The Whitecap goby (Lotilia graciliosa) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The whitecap goby is a small shrimpgoby (Gobiidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 3 cm and has a pale body with a conspicuously white head. It lives in symbiosis with a burrowing pistol shrimp: the shrimp digs and maintains a shared burrow, while the goby keeps watch for danger. It eats small zooplankton and bottom life. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Whitecap goby?
The Whitecap goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly white.
Where does the Whitecap goby live?
The Whitecap goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Whitecap goby get?
The Whitecap goby grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Whitecap goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Whitecap goby is harmless to humans.
Is the Whitecap goby edible?
Yes, the Whitecap goby is commonly eaten.
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