The Goram dragonet (Diplogrammus goramensis) is a saltwater fish of the family Callionymidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The Goram dragonet is a dragonet (Callionymidae) from coastal waters of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a flattened, brown-mottled body with eyes on top of the head and a skin fold along the belly. As a bottom-dweller it lives on sand and rubble bottoms near reefs and picks small invertebrates from the sediment. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Goram dragonet?
The Goram dragonet has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Goram dragonet live?
The Goram dragonet lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Goram dragonet get?
The Goram dragonet grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Goram dragonet dangerous to humans?
No, the Goram dragonet is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Diplogrammus
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