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The Dagana sleeper (Eleotris daganensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Eleotridae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
Eleotris daganensis is a sleeper goby (family Eleotridae) of West Africa. The species reaches about 12 cm and has an elongate, dark brown body with a blunt head. It lives in brackish and fresh coastal rivers and the lower reaches of watercourses. As a nocturnal ambush predator it hunts small fishes, crustaceans and insects. The species tolerates varying salinity and is of little commercial value. It is harmless to humans. Little is known in detail about its reproduction, though many sleepers have a planktonic larval stage.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Dagana sleeper?
The Dagana sleeper has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Sleeper goby that inhabits fresh and brackish water; nocturnal ambush predator.
Where does the Dagana sleeper live?
The Dagana sleeper lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. West Africa, in brackish and fresh coastal rivers.
How big does the Dagana sleeper get?
The Dagana sleeper grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Dagana sleeper dangerous to humans?
No, the Dagana sleeper is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Dagana sleeper edible?
The Dagana sleeper is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Eleotris
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