The Arched goby (Arcygobius baliurus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The Arched goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow sand, reef and estuarine water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a slender, brownish with faint crossbars body with large eyes and fused pelvic fins forming a sucker. As a bottom-dweller it perches on sand, mud and reef bottoms and snaps at small crustaceans, worms and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Arched goby?
The Arched goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Arched goby live?
The Arched goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Arched goby get?
The Arched goby grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Arched goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Arched goby is harmless to humans.
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