The Fisher's goby (Chriolepis fisheri) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The Fisher's goby is a tiny goby (Gobiidae) from shallow reef and rocky water of the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species grows to about 3 cm and has a slender, semi-translucent body with fine markings and fused pelvic fins forming a small sucker. As a cryptic bottom-dweller it shelters among coral rubble, sponges and crevices and snaps at minute zooplankton and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Fisher's goby?
The Fisher's goby has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Fisher's goby live?
The Fisher's goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Fisher's goby get?
The Fisher's goby grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Fisher's goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Fisher's goby is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Chriolepis
More from the family Gobiidae
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