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The Banner goby (Microgobius microlepis) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The banner goby is a small goby (Gobiidae) from shallow sand and mud water of the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, pale, semi-translucent body with a bluish sheen and an extended, banner-like first dorsal fin. As a bottom-dweller it stays near self-dug burrows on soft bottoms of bays and estuaries and snaps at small crustaceans and worms. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Banner goby?
The Banner goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Banner goby live?
The Banner goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North America: Bahamas, Belize, Cuba, Mexico, USA
How big does the Banner goby get?
The Banner goby grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Banner goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Banner goby is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Microgobius
More from the family Gobiidae
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