Bathygobius hongkongensis Lam, 1986
photo by Senou, H.

Family:  Gobiidae (Gobies), subfamily: Gobiinae
Max. size:  5 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range - 0 m
Distribution:  Northwest Pacific: Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 7-7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9-10; Anal spines: 1-1; Anal soft rays: 7-8. Caudal fin rounded.
Biology:  Inhabits rocky shores (Ref. 43239).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 14 August 2023 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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