The Bridled goby (Arenigobius bifrenatus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The Bridled goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow sand, reef and estuarine water of coastal and estuarine water of southeastern Australia. The species has a slender, sandy-brown with dark longitudinal stripes 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 Bridled goby?
The Bridled goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Bridled goby live?
The Bridled goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Bridled goby get?
The Bridled goby grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Bridled goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Bridled goby is harmless to humans.
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