Pandaka pusilla Herre, 1927
Tiny pygmy-goby
Pandaka pusilla
photo by Allen, G.R.

 Family:  Gobiidae (Gobies), subfamily: Gobionellinae
 Max. size:  1.65 cm SL (male/unsexed); 1.55 cm SL (female)
 Environment:  demersal; depth range 0 - 2 m
 Distribution:  Western Central Pacific.
 Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 6-7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6-7; Anal spines: 1-1; Anal soft rays: 6-7. Characterized by black and white color pattern; middle of caudal fin base with black spot; translucent yellow fins except male first dorsal dark brown with yellow basal streaks and broad, white posterior margin; elongate first dorsal spine; longitudinal scale series 22-24; head and nape without scales; rounded caudal fin (Ref. 90102).
 Biology:  Inhabits mangrove shores, occasionally near coral reefs in 0-2 m. Usually in groups, often hovering in midwater (Ref. 90102).
 IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated  (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  harmless
 Country info:  Type locality: Near shore at Sitankai, Sulu Prov., syntypes destroyed (Ref. 43716). Also Ref. 439.

 Entered by: Garilao, Cristina V. - 02.04.02
 Modified by: Valdestamon, Roxanne Rei - 23.07.13

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