Fin's Fish Guide
The Balboa goby (Microgobius brevispinis) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The Balboa goby is a small goby of the family Gobiidae from the eastern Pacific. The species has an elongate, slender, silvery body with bluish tints and reaches about 10 cm. It inhabits beaches and tide pools with muddy bottoms full of shell debris, where it lives close to or in the bottom. The diet consists of small invertebrates and plankton. Like many gobies the species digs a burrow in which the male guards the clutch. Because of its small size the fish has no fishery value.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Balboa goby?
The Balboa goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Inhabitant of muddy tide pools with shell grit; the male guards the clutch in a small burrow.
Where does the Balboa goby live?
The Balboa goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific, along the coast of Central and South America.
How big does the Balboa goby get?
The Balboa goby grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Balboa goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Balboa goby is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Balboa goby edible?
The Balboa goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Microgobius
More from the family Gobiidae
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