The Loki whip goby (Bryaninops loki) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The Loki whip goby is a tiny goby (Gobiidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 4.5 cm and has a slender, partly translucent body. It lives clinging to gorgonians and sea whips on coral reefs. It eats small zooplankton that drifts past. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Loki whip goby?
The Loki whip goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Loki whip goby live?
The Loki whip goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Loki whip goby get?
The Loki whip goby grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Loki whip goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Loki whip goby is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Bryaninops
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