The Bigmouth sleeper (Gobiomorus dormitor) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Eleotridae that grows up to 90 cm.
Description
The bigmouth sleeper is a large sleeper goby (family Eleotridae) of fresh and brackish waters in tropical America. The species grows to about 90 cm, has a robust head with a broad mouth and a cylindrical body, and often lies motionless on the bottom of clear, flowing streams, usually near cover. It is an ambush predator feeding on fishes, crayfish and shrimps. Adults often live well inland in fresh water, while the larvae drift down to the sea before migrating back upstream. The species is fished locally and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bigmouth sleeper?
The Bigmouth sleeper has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Bigmouth sleeper live?
The Bigmouth sleeper lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Bigmouth sleeper get?
The Bigmouth sleeper grows to a maximum of about 90 cm. On average the species is around 36 cm.
Is the Bigmouth sleeper dangerous to humans?
No, the Bigmouth sleeper is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Gobiomorus
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