Fin's Fish Guide
The Bridled goby (Gnatholepis cauerensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The eyebar goby is a small goby (Gobiidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a pale, sand-coloured body with fine dotted lines and, characteristically, a narrow dark stripe running obliquely down through the eye, to which the name refers. It is common on sheltered sandy areas, from reef flats to seaward reefs, often near pieces of rubble. On the bottom it takes mouthfuls of sand to sift out small invertebrates and algae. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bridled goby?
The Bridled goby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern. Dark stripe running obliquely through the eye; sifts sand in search of invertebrates and algae.
Where does the Bridled goby live?
The Bridled goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; sheltered sandy patches of reefs.
How big does the Bridled goby get?
The Bridled goby grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Bridled goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Bridled goby is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bridled goby edible?
The Bridled goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Gnatholepis
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