The Brito's goby (Chromogobius britoi) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
Brito's goby is a small goby (Gobiidae) from shallow rocky and intertidal water of the eastern Atlantic around the Canary Islands and Macaronesia. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, brown-speckled body with fused pelvic fins forming a sucker. As a cryptic bottom-dweller it shelters under stones, in crevices and tide pools and snaps at small crustaceans, worms and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brito's goby?
The Brito's goby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Brito's goby live?
The Brito's goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Brito's goby get?
The Brito's goby grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Brito's goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Brito's goby is harmless to humans.
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