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The Largejaw goby (Parrella maxillaris) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 5 cm.
North America: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua and others
Description
The Largejaw goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from sand and mud bottoms of the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, pale body with pelvic fins fused into a sucker and large eyes. As a bottom-dweller of deeper water it occupies burrows in soft sediment and snaps at small crustaceans, worms and plankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Largejaw goby?
The Largejaw goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly white.
Where does the Largejaw goby live?
The Largejaw goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North America: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua and others
How big does the Largejaw goby get?
The Largejaw goby grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Largejaw goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Largejaw 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 Parrella
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