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Pandaka pusilla Herre, 1927 Tiny pygmy-goby |
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photo by
Allen, G.R. |
| Family: | Gobiidae (Gobies), subfamily: Gobionellinae | |||
| Max. size: | 1.65 cm SL (male/unsexed); 1.55 cm SL (female) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; brackish; marine; depth range 0 - 2 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Central Pacific. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 6-7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6-7; Anal spines: 1-1; Anal soft rays: 6-7. Characterized by black and white color pattern; middle of caudal fin base with black spot; translucent yellow fins except male first dorsal dark brown with yellow basal streaks and broad, white posterior margin; elongate first dorsal spine; longitudinal scale series 22-24; head and nape without scales; rounded caudal fin (Ref. 90102). | |||
| Biology: | Inhabits mangrove shores, occasionally near coral reefs in 0-2 m. Usually in groups, often hovering in midwater (Ref. 90102). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 17 August 2023 (B2ab(iii)) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||