Fin's Fish Guide
The Longfinned goby (Favonigobius lateralis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The longfinned goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow sand and estuarine water of the Indo-West Pacific, including Australia. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a slender, pale, sandy body with a row of dark lateral spots and fused pelvic fins forming a sucker. As a bottom-dweller it perches on sand bottoms of bays, beaches and river mouths and snaps at small crustaceans and worms. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Longfinned goby?
The Longfinned goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Longfinned goby live?
The Longfinned goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Oceania: Australia, New Zealand, Lord Howe I.
How big does the Longfinned goby get?
The Longfinned goby grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Longfinned goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Longfinned 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.
More photos
Want the complete picture on the Longfinned goby?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Longfinned goby is one of 12,519 species in the app.
All data
Identification
Appearance
Habitat & distribution
Behaviour & biology
For anglers
Safety
Status & sources
Same genus Favonigobius
More from the family Gobiidae
Want the complete picture on the Longfinned goby?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Longfinned goby is one of 12,519 species in the app.