Fin's Fish Guide
The Earspot coralgoby (Gobiodon atrangulatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The earspot coralgoby is a very small goby (Gobiidae) from reef water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 3 cm and has a stocky, greenish to brownish body with fine blue lines on the head and a spot behind the eye. Characteristically it lives hidden among the branches of living stony coral (Acropora); its skin secretes a bitter, protective mucus. It snaps at coral mucus and small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Earspot coralgoby?
The Earspot coralgoby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly green.
Where does the Earspot coralgoby live?
The Earspot coralgoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Fiji, Japan, Ryukyu Is., Ogasawara Is.
How big does the Earspot coralgoby get?
The Earspot coralgoby grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Earspot coralgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Earspot coralgoby 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 Gobiodon
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