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The Sanzo's goby (Lesueurigobius sanzi) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
Sanzo's goby is a small goby (Gobiidae) from the eastern Atlantic and the Mediterranean. The species has a slender body with yellowish tints and, like other gobies, fused pelvic fins forming a sucking disc. It lives on mud and sand bottoms further offshore, where it often shelters in self-dug or appropriated burrows. On the bottom it feeds on small invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sanzo's goby?
The Sanzo's goby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a spots pattern. Sucker pelvic fins; inhabits burrows on muddy and sandy bottoms further offshore.
Where does the Sanzo's goby live?
The Sanzo's goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea; muddy and sandy bottoms.
How big does the Sanzo's goby get?
The Sanzo's goby grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Sanzo's goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Sanzo's goby is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Sanzo's goby edible?
The Sanzo's goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Lesueurigobius
More from the family Gobiidae
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