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The Knight goby (Stigmatogobius sadanundio) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The knight goby is a goby from fresh and brackish water of South and Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a light-grey, pearly body sprinkled with black spots, and tall dorsal fins. It lives in river mouths, mangroves and canals and hunts small invertebrates. It is popular in the aquarium trade. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Knight goby?
The Knight goby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern. Pearly body with black spots and tall dorsal fins
Where does the Knight goby live?
The Knight goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. South and Southeast Asia
How big does the Knight goby get?
The Knight goby grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Knight goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Knight 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 Knight goby edible?
The Knight goby is not usually eaten.
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