The Spottail frillgoby (Bathygobius cyclopterus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The spottail frillgoby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow rocky and intertidal areas of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a stocky, brown-marbled body with fringed upper pectoral rays and fused pelvic fins forming a sucker. As a tolerant bottom-dweller it sits in tide pools and by stones and snaps at small crustaceans, worms and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Spottail frillgoby?
The Spottail frillgoby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Spottail frillgoby live?
The Spottail frillgoby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Spottail frillgoby get?
The Spottail frillgoby grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Spottail frillgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Spottail frillgoby is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Bathygobius
More from the family Gobiidae
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