Fin's Fish Guide
The Bluebanded goby (Lythrypnus dalli) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The bluebanded goby is a small, brightly coloured goby from the eastern Pacific, off California and Mexico. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a fiery red to orange body with a few electric-blue crossbars over the front. As a reef-dweller it lives in crevices and near sea urchins of rocky reefs from the shallows to about seventy-five metres and eats small zooplankton and invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans and is prized in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bluebanded goby?
The Bluebanded goby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Fiery red body with blue bands; sought-after aquarium goby
Where does the Bluebanded goby live?
The Bluebanded goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific
How big does the Bluebanded goby get?
The Bluebanded goby grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Bluebanded goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Bluebanded 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 Bluebanded goby edible?
The Bluebanded goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Lythrypnus
More from the family Gobiidae
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