Author: (Böhlke & Robins, 1968)
FBname: Sharknose goby
Comments: Inhabits coral reefs with clear waters, preferably in oceanic, insular areas (Ref. 13928).  In pairs near coral heads.  Monogamous (Ref. 52884).  A cleaner (Ref. 9710).  Minimum depth reported from Ref. 27115.  Has been reared in captivity (Ref. 35420).  Feeds on ectoparasites of fishes (Ref. 13442).