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The Delta goby (Gobionellus occidentalis) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Eastern Atlantic off West Africa; estuaries, brackish and fresh water from Senegal to Angola.
Description
The Pacific dash goby is a goby of the family Gobiidae from the eastern Atlantic off West Africa. The species grows to about 13 cm and has an elongate, pale body with a blotch on the flank. It occurs inshore over sand bottoms and in estuaries, and is essentially a marine species that enters brackish water; it often stays in a dug burrow on soft bottoms. As a bottom searcher it picks detritus, small invertebrates and algae from the bottom. Gobies cling to the substrate with their fused pelvic fins. Owing to its hidden habits it is little noticed. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Delta goby?
The Delta goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly white and shows a spots pattern. Pale, elongated little estuary goby that shelters in a dug burrow on soft bottoms.
Where does the Delta goby live?
The Delta goby lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Atlantic off West Africa; estuaries, brackish and fresh water from Senegal to Angola.
How big does the Delta goby get?
The Delta goby grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Delta goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Delta goby is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Delta goby edible?
The Delta goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Gobionellus
More from the family Gobiidae
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