Common fusegoby (Fusigobius neophytus)

Scientific name: Fusigobius neophytus G?nther, 1877

The Common fusegoby (Fusigobius neophytus) is a marine fish of the family Gobiidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 21–30°C (70–86°F). Native range: Indo-Pacific, East Africa to the Tuamoto Islands, north to Ryukyu Islands, south to Lord Howe Island.

Common fusegoby care at a glance

Temperature: 21–30°C (70–86°F)

Biology

Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 8. 1st black spot between 1st 2 dorsal spines; body with small dark spots.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Fusigobius neophytus
Family: Gobiidae (Gobies)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 7.5
Depth range: 0–25 m (0–82 ft)
Environment: Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 25 m
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Indo-Pacific: East Africa to the Tuamoto Islands, north to Ryukyu Islands, south to Lord Howe Island.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)