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The Checked goby (Redigobius dewaali) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The checked goby is a small goby (Gobiidae) from fresh and brackish water of southern and eastern Africa. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a stocky, pale-brown body with a checked pattern of dark blotches and, in males, a fairly large mouth. As a bottom-dweller it lives in lower river reaches, estuaries and coastal pools and snaps at small crustaceans, worms and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Checked goby?
The Checked goby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Checked goby live?
The Checked goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Africa: Mozambique, South Africa
How big does the Checked goby get?
The Checked goby grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Checked goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Checked 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.
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Same genus Redigobius
More from the family Gobiidae
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