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The Minute mudskipper (Periophthalmus minutus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Asia: Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand and others
Description
The Minute mudskipper is a mudskipper (Oxudercidae) from muddy tidal flats, mangroves and estuaries of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 12 cm and has an elongate, grey-brown body with high-set, bulging eyes and muscular pectoral fins on which it 'walks' and skips across the exposed mud. At low tide it defends a territory and snaps at small crustaceans, insects and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Minute mudskipper?
The Minute mudskipper has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Minute mudskipper live?
The Minute mudskipper lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand and others
How big does the Minute mudskipper get?
The Minute mudskipper grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Minute mudskipper dangerous to humans?
No, the Minute mudskipper 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 Periophthalmus
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