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The Blueband glider goby (Valenciennea strigata) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The blueband glider goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species reaches about 18 cm and has a light-grey body with a yellow head and a conspicuous light-blue band across the cheek. It is common on clear outer lagoon and seaward reefs, over hard bottoms and over sand and rubble, typically along reef crests in shallow water. The species lives monogamously in pairs and hovers near its burrow. It feeds by taking mouthfuls of sand and sifting it through the gills for small bottom invertebrates, fishes and fish eggs.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blueband glider goby?
The Blueband glider goby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a plain pattern. Yellow head with a blue cheek band; sifts sand and lives monogamously in a burrow.
Where does the Blueband glider goby live?
The Blueband glider goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific, on clear outer and seaward reefs.
How big does the Blueband glider goby get?
The Blueband glider goby grows to a maximum of about 18 cm. On average the species is around 12 cm.
Is the Blueband glider goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Blueband glider goby is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Blueband glider goby edible?
Yes, the Blueband glider goby is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Valenciennea
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