Transparent Goby [Bolosoma vitreum]
Description
A small fish species that reaches a maximum length of only 4 cm. It inhabits coastal waters up to 100 m deep, but is more commonly found in shallow, sandy areas. It is characterized by its transparency, which provides effective camouflage against predators. It feeds primarily on small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
|
| Order |
Hexactinosida
Hexactinosida
|
| Family |
Giant Glass Sponges
Euretidae
|
| Genus |
Bolosoma
Bolosoma
|