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The Bloodspot pygmygoby (Trimma anaima) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Oceania: Australia, Solomon Is., Comoros, Fiji, Indonesia, Maldives and others
Description
The bloodspot pygmygoby is a tiny goby (Gobiidae) from clear reef water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to only about 2 cm and has a stocky, semi-translucent, red-pink to orange body with large eyes and fused pelvic fins forming a small sucker. As a cryptic dweller it often sits upside down in crevices, small caves and under overhanging coral and snaps at minute zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bloodspot pygmygoby?
The Bloodspot pygmygoby has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Bloodspot pygmygoby live?
The Bloodspot pygmygoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Australia, Solomon Is., Comoros, Fiji, Indonesia, Maldives and others
How big does the Bloodspot pygmygoby get?
The Bloodspot pygmygoby grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Bloodspot pygmygoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Bloodspot pygmygoby 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 Trimma
More from the family Gobiidae
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