Fin's Fish Guide
The Bearded eel goby (Taenioides cirratus) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The bearded eel goby is an eel-shaped goby from coastal, estuarine and fresh water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 30 cm and has a long, snake-like, pinkish to purplish body with strongly reduced eyes and a row of barbels under the chin. As a bottom-dweller it digs burrows in mud and silt bottoms of turbid coastal and river-mouth water and roots for small invertebrates and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans and has no commercial value. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bearded eel goby?
The Bearded eel goby has a snake-like body, is mainly pink-purple and shows a plain pattern. Snake-like body with reduced eyes and small chin barbels; muddy-bottom burrower
Where does the Bearded eel goby live?
The Bearded eel goby lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Bearded eel goby get?
The Bearded eel goby grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the Bearded eel goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Bearded eel goby is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Bearded eel goby edible?
The Bearded eel goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Taenioides
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