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The Blackfin starry goby (Asterropteryx atripes) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 2 cm.
Asia: Brunei Darsm, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is., Philippines, Andaman Is.
Description
The Blackfin starry goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow sand, reef and estuarine water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a slender, dark-brown with glittering blue spots body with large eyes and fused pelvic fins forming a sucker. As a bottom-dweller it perches on sand, mud and reef bottoms and snaps at small crustaceans, worms and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackfin starry goby?
The Blackfin starry goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Blackfin starry goby live?
The Blackfin starry goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Brunei Darsm, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is., Philippines, Andaman Is.
How big does the Blackfin starry goby get?
The Blackfin starry goby grows to a maximum of about 2 cm.
Is the Blackfin starry goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackfin starry 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.
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Same genus Asterropteryx
More from the family Gobiidae
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