Fin's Fish Guide
The Bumblebee goby (Brachygobius xanthozonus) is a fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The bumblebee goby is a very small goby from fresh and brackish water of Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a stocky body with striking, alternating yellow and black crossbars, like a bumblebee. As a bottom-dweller it lives in mangroves, estuaries and slow-flowing waters among roots and plants and hunts small crustaceans, worms and insect larvae. It is territorial. The fish is harmless to humans and is prized in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bumblebee goby?
The Bumblebee goby is mainly yellow-gold and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Yellow-black bumblebee bands; territorial dwarf goby
Where does the Bumblebee goby live?
The Bumblebee goby is mostly found around mixed bottom. Southeast Asia
How big does the Bumblebee goby get?
The Bumblebee goby grows to a maximum of about 4 cm. On average the species is around 2 cm.
Is the Bumblebee goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Bumblebee 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 Bumblebee goby edible?
The Bumblebee goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Brachygobius
More from the family Gobiidae
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