The Halfblind goby (Lethops connectens) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The halfblind goby is a small goby (Gobiidae) from coastal waters of the northeast Pacific, off California. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, reddish body with strongly reduced eyes, an adaptation to a hidden life in crevices. As a bottom-dweller it shelters deep among rocks and weed of rocky reefs and snaps at small bottom life. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Halfblind goby?
The Halfblind goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Halfblind goby live?
The Halfblind goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Halfblind goby get?
The Halfblind goby grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Halfblind goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Halfblind goby is harmless to humans.
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