Pandaka pusilla Herre, 1927
Tiny pygmy-goby
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: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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