Peppermint Goby

Peppermint Goby
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.