Author: Steindachner, 1879
FBname: Blind goby
Comments: This blind goby is usually found under rocks in shallow water or surf; sandy areas among rocks in kelp beds, and holes in rocks. It occurs from intertidal areas to 15 m depth. It usually spends most of its life inside the burrow of <i>Neotrypaea biffari</i> (formerly known as <i>Callianassa affinis</i> and <i>Callianassa biffari</i>) (Ref. 92840, 123867, 123870) as it is observed along the east Pacific coast of Mexico and USA (Ref. 123865). Juveniles have rudimentary eyes to find a shrimp burrow.  Adults probably never leave the burrow, resulting in the lowest oxygen consumption recorded in FishBase (ver. 05/2018). Monogamous (Ref. 52884).  Oviparous (Ref. 205).  Parents guard the eggs which are found attached to the walls of burrows (Ref. 56079).  Also survives well in captivity.