Priolepis squamogena
Priolepis squamogena Winterbottom & Burridge, 1989
Scaledcheek goby
Priolepis squamogena
photo by Randall, J.E.


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Family:  Gobiidae (Gobies), subfamily: Gobiinae
Max. size:  5.4 cm NG (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 24 m, non-migratory
Distribution:  Pacific: Howland Island (USA) through the Society and Marquesas islands to Pitcairn.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Feeds on small invertebrates (Ref. 89972). Minimum depth from Ref. 089972.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 21 March 2024 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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