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The Hoese's silhouette goby (Silhouettea hoesei) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The Hoese's silhouette goby is a small goby (Gobiidae) from shallow, often brackish coastal and estuarine water of the waters around Australia. The species grows to about 3 cm and has a slender, semi-translucent, brown-speckled body with fused pelvic fins forming a sucker. As a bottom-dweller it sits on sand and mud by weed, roots and a burrow and snaps at small invertebrates, algae and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Hoese's silhouette goby?
The Hoese's silhouette goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Hoese's silhouette goby live?
The Hoese's silhouette goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Oceania: Australia
How big does the Hoese's silhouette goby get?
The Hoese's silhouette goby grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Hoese's silhouette goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Hoese's silhouette 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.
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Same genus Silhouettea
More from the family Gobiidae
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