The Longfinned goby (Favonigobius lateralis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The longfinned goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow sand and estuarine water of the Indo-West Pacific, including Australia. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a slender, pale, sandy body with a row of dark lateral spots and fused pelvic fins forming a sucker. As a bottom-dweller it perches on sand bottoms of bays, beaches and river mouths and snaps at small crustaceans and worms. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Longfinned goby?
The Longfinned goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Longfinned goby live?
The Longfinned goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Longfinned goby get?
The Longfinned goby grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Longfinned goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Longfinned goby is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Favonigobius
More from the family Gobiidae
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