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The Estuary goby (Gobionellus microdon) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Eastern Pacific; estuaries and brackish mangrove creeks from the Gulf of California to Ecuador.
Description
The dash goby is a goby of the family Gobiidae from the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 18 cm and has an elongate, pale body with a blotch on the flank. It inhabits estuaries and brackish mangrove creeks and has also been recorded from rivers; it stays in a dug burrow on soft mud and sand 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 Estuary goby?
The Estuary goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly white and shows a spots pattern. Pale, elongated little goby of brackish mangrove creeks; keeps to a dug burrow.
Where does the Estuary goby live?
The Estuary goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific; estuaries and brackish mangrove creeks from the Gulf of California to Ecuador.
How big does the Estuary goby get?
The Estuary goby grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Estuary goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Estuary goby is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Estuary goby edible?
The Estuary goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Gobionellus
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