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The Filament shrimpgoby (Myersina filifer) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Asia: China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (South) and others
Description
The Filament shrimpgoby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow sand and reef water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a slender, pale body with fine markings. Characteristically it lives in symbiosis with a blind digging shrimp: the shrimp digs and maintains the shared burrow while the sharp-eyed goby stands guard and warns of danger. It eats small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Filament shrimpgoby?
The Filament shrimpgoby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Filament shrimpgoby live?
The Filament shrimpgoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (South) and others
How big does the Filament shrimpgoby get?
The Filament shrimpgoby grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Filament shrimpgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Filament shrimpgoby 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.
Is the Filament shrimpgoby edible?
The Filament shrimpgoby is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Myersina
More from the family Gobiidae
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