The Beautiful goby (Exyrias belissimus) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The mud reef goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a pale, mottled body with tall, fan-shaped dorsal fins with colourful spots. It is territorial and inhabits silty bottoms of lagoons and seaward reefs, often near or under rocks and coral, where it occupies self-dug burrows. On the bottom it takes mouthfuls of sand to sift out small invertebrates and organic material. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Beautiful goby?
The Beautiful goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Beautiful goby live?
The Beautiful goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Beautiful goby get?
The Beautiful goby grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Beautiful goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Beautiful goby is harmless to humans.
Is the Beautiful goby edible?
The Beautiful goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Exyrias
More from the family Gobiidae
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