Come identificare Tiger Goby

Per identificare Tiger Goby (Tigrigobius macrodon), osserva queste caratteristiche chiave.

Caratteristiche fisiche

Forma del corpo

elongated

Colorazione

The body is typically pale white to yellowish, adorned with prominent, dark brown to black vertical bands or stripes that resemble a tiger's pattern. These bands extend from the dorsal surface down to the ventral side. The head often features similar markings, and the fins may have subtle banding or speckling. The intensity and number of bands can vary slightly among individuals.

Tipo di squame

ctenoid

Posizione della bocca

terminal

Caratteristiche distintive

Prominent vertical dark bands on a light body., Relatively large, pointed teeth, especially noticeable in the upper jaw., Large eyes positioned dorsally on the head., Fused pelvic fins forming a suction cup-like disc.

Pinna dorsale

Two distinct dorsal fins. The first dorsal fin has 6-7 spines, and the second dorsal fin has 1 spine and 9-11 soft rays. The first dorsal fin is often taller than the second.

Pinna caudale

Caudal fin is rounded to slightly truncate.

Pinna pettorale

Pectoral fins are relatively large and fan-shaped, with 16-18 rays.

Pinne distintive

Pelvic fins are completely fused into a disc-like structure, characteristic of gobies, used for adhesion to substrates.

Consigli per l'identificazione

1. 1

   Coloration and Pattern

   Look for the distinctive tiger-like vertical dark bands on a pale body. This is the most immediate identifying feature.

2. 2

   Mouth and Teeth

   Observe the mouth, which is relatively large for a goby, and if possible, note the prominent, pointed teeth, especially in the upper jaw.

3. 3

   Fin Structure

   Confirm the presence of two separate dorsal fins and the fused, disc-like pelvic fins characteristic of gobies.

4. 4

   Size

   Adults typically reach a maximum standard length of about 4-5 cm (1.6-2 inches).

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