Fuzzy Nut (Gum Drop) Goby

Caracanthus typicus. Caracanthus maculatus. Caracanthus madagascariensis.

Venomous. The Coral Croucher Goby is an ornate bottom-dwelling fish sporting lovely pink/red coloration and speckled markings. It is a fascinating fish often found in and about both hard and soft corals. With numerous and descriptive common names such as Gumdrop Coral Croucher, Velvetfish, and Velvet Goby, it is not too difficult to surmise the general appearance and behavior of this fish.