Peppermint Goby
In this photo, the Peppermint Goby sits on Spiny Flower Coral.
| Name: | Peppermint Goby |
| Scientific Name: | Coryphopterus lipernes |
| Family: | Gobies |
| Scientific Family: | Gobiidae |
| Source: | WoRMS AphiaID 276431 |
| Size: | 0.5 - 1 in. |
| Depth Range: | On the reef (10 – 60 ft.) |
| Sightings: | Seen often |
This Goby has a yellow, translucent body with small dark spots and a bright blue tint on its snout and around the front of its eyes. Several pale blue lines extend from behind the eye.
The Peppermint Goby is usually found on Coral heads. It is typically not shy and can be approached easily.