The Striped goby (Asterropteryx striata) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 2 cm.
Description
The striped goby is a tiny goby (Gobiidae) from the western Pacific. The species grows to only about 2 cm and has a stocky body with fine longitudinal stripes and small glittering spots. As a bottom-dweller it sits on rubble and coral bottoms of shallow reefs and eats small invertebrates and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Striped goby?
The Striped goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Striped goby live?
The Striped goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Striped goby get?
The Striped goby grows to a maximum of about 2 cm.
Is the Striped goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Striped goby is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Asterropteryx
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