Fin's Fish Guide
The Green-spotted goby (Acentrogobius viridipunctatus) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 17 cm.
Description
The spotted green goby is a goby from coastal, estuarine and brackish water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 17 cm and has an elongate, greyish-brown body with rows of green to blue-green spots. As a bottom-dweller it lives on sand and mud bottoms of shallow coastal water, mangroves and river mouths and searches for small crustaceans, worms and detritus. It is a local bait and food fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Green-spotted goby?
The Green-spotted goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly green and shows a spots pattern. Rows of green spots; bottom-foraging estuarine goby
Where does the Green-spotted goby live?
The Green-spotted goby lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Green-spotted goby get?
The Green-spotted goby grows to a maximum of about 17 cm.
Is the Green-spotted goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Green-spotted goby 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 Green-spotted goby edible?
The Green-spotted goby is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Acentrogobius
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