The Doublespot coralgudgeon (Calumia godeffroyi) is a saltwater fish of the family Eleotridae that grows up to 4 cm.
Oceania: Australia, Christmas I., Tahiti, French Polynesia, Guam, Indonesia and others
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Description
The doublespot coralgudgeon is a tiny sleeper goby (Eleotridae) from the western Pacific. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a slender, partly translucent body with a few dark spots. As a cryptic bottom-dweller it shelters in crevices and cavities of coral and rocky reefs and snaps at small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Doublespot coralgudgeon?
The Doublespot coralgudgeon has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Doublespot coralgudgeon live?
The Doublespot coralgudgeon lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Australia, Christmas I., Tahiti, French Polynesia, Guam, Indonesia and others
How big does the Doublespot coralgudgeon get?
The Doublespot coralgudgeon grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Doublespot coralgudgeon dangerous to humans?
No, the Doublespot coralgudgeon 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 Calumia
More from the family Eleotridae
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