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The Fringed sand stargazer (Dactyloscopus fimbriatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Dactyloscopidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The Fringed sand stargazer is a sand stargazer (Dactyloscopidae) from shallow, clear sandy water of the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a slender, sandy body with eyes set high on the head and an upward-slanted mouth. As a bottom-dweller it buries almost entirely in loose sand, with only the eyes showing, and snaps from that ambush at small crustaceans and small fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Fringed sand stargazer?
The Fringed sand stargazer has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Fringed lips; buries itself in the sand with only the eyes visible.
Where does the Fringed sand stargazer live?
The Fringed sand stargazer lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific, on shallow sandy bottoms.
How big does the Fringed sand stargazer get?
The Fringed sand stargazer grows to a maximum of about 8 cm. On average the species is around 5 cm.
Is the Fringed sand stargazer dangerous to humans?
No, the Fringed sand stargazer is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Fringed sand stargazer edible?
The Fringed sand stargazer is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Dactyloscopus
More from the family Dactyloscopidae
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