The Pale goby (Acentrogobius pellidebilis) is a freshwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The pale goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow coastal and estuarine water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a slender, pale, sandy body with fine markings and fused pelvic fins forming a sucker. As a bottom-dweller it perches on sand and mud bottoms of river mouths and tidal flats and snaps at small crustaceans, worms and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pale goby?
The Pale goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Pale goby live?
The Pale goby lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Pale goby get?
The Pale goby grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Pale goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Pale goby is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Acentrogobius
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