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The Glass goby (Coryphopterus hyalinus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The glass goby is a tiny goby of the family Gobiidae from the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species grows to only about 2.5 cm and has a nearly transparent, glassy body with a few orange spots. It forms hovering schools just above large coral columns and heads. As a plankton feeder it picks small zooplankton from the water column. Owing to a restricted range and reef degradation the species is listed as Vulnerable (VU). Owing to its small size it has no fishery value and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Glass goby?
The Glass goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly white and shows a plain pattern. Almost transparent, glassy body; forms hovering shoals near coral columns, vulnerable (VU).
Where does the Glass goby live?
The Glass goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Atlantic and Caribbean; above large coral pillars.
How big does the Glass goby get?
The Glass goby grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Glass goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Glass goby is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Glass goby edible?
The Glass goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Coryphopterus
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