How big is the Bridled goby?

Bridled goby (Coryphopterus glaucofraenum) reaches 4–8 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Bridled goby?

Bridled goby is found between 0–45 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Bridled goby?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Bridled goby?

Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Bridled goby (Coryphopterus glaucofraenum)

Key facts

Scientific name: Coryphopterus glaucofraenum
Common name: Bridled goby
Category: Fish
Family: Gobiidae
Genus: Coryphopterus
Size: 4–8 cm
Depth: 0–45 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: coral-reef, sand
Behaviours: solitary
Ocean zones: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific

Description

Coryphopterus glaucofraenum reaches 8 cm. Small goby with semi-translucent white-cream body with diffuse brown punctations, distinctive blue-green bridle under eye (hence glaucofraenum). Lives from 0 to 45 m on sand, coral reefs and debris zones of Caribbean and tropical western Atlantic. Generally still on bottom, lightning retraction. Discreet macro photo subject. Usual company of Caribbean sandy dives, in duos or loose groups.

Photo of Bridled goby

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Bridled goby?: Bridled goby (Coryphopterus glaucofraenum) reaches 4–8 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Bridled goby?: Bridled goby is found between 0–45 m deep.
Is the Bridled goby dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Bridled goby?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Bridled goby?: Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Other species in the family Gobiidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 159736)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2377816)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia