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The Goldband shrimpgoby (Ctenogobiops aurocingulus) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Oceania: Australia, Solomon Is., Brunei Darsm, Sri Lanka, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei and others
Description
The Goldband shrimpgoby is a goby (Gobiidae) from clear sand and rubble water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a slender, pale body with colourful bars or spots. It lives in a striking partnership with a near-blind pistol shrimp: the shrimp digs and maintains a shared burrow while the sharp-eyed goby guards the entrance and warns of danger. It snaps at passing zooplankton and small crustaceans. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Goldband shrimpgoby?
The Goldband shrimpgoby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly white and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Goldband shrimpgoby live?
The Goldband shrimpgoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Oceania: Australia, Solomon Is., Brunei Darsm, Sri Lanka, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei and others
How big does the Goldband shrimpgoby get?
The Goldband shrimpgoby grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Goldband shrimpgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Goldband 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 Goldband shrimpgoby edible?
Yes, the Goldband shrimpgoby is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Ctenogobiops
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