The Sphinx goby (Amblygobius sphynx) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The sphinx goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from coastal and brackish water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 18 cm and has an elongate, brownish body with fine bars and spots and a tall first dorsal fin. As a bottom-dweller it lives in pairs on sand and rubble bottoms of shallow reefs and lagoons, digs burrows under stones and sifts mouthfuls of sand, filtering out small invertebrates and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sphinx goby?
The Sphinx goby has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Sphinx goby live?
The Sphinx goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Sphinx goby get?
The Sphinx goby grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Sphinx goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Sphinx goby is harmless to humans.
Is the Sphinx goby edible?
Yes, the Sphinx goby is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Amblygobius
More from the family Gobiidae
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