Fin's Fish Guide
The Midget dwarfgoby (Trimmatom nanus) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 1 cm.
Oceania: Australia, Indonesia, Maldives, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines and others
Description
The midget dwarfgoby is one of the very smallest fish in the world, a pygmygoby (Gobiidae) from reef water of the Indian Ocean. The species grows to only about 1 cm and has a tiny, pale, semi-translucent body with relatively large eyes. As a bottom-dweller it lives among coral rubble and sand and snaps at microscopic zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Midget dwarfgoby?
The Midget dwarfgoby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly white.
Where does the Midget dwarfgoby live?
The Midget dwarfgoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Oceania: Australia, Indonesia, Maldives, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines and others
How big does the Midget dwarfgoby get?
The Midget dwarfgoby grows to a maximum of about 1 cm.
Is the Midget dwarfgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Midget dwarfgoby 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 Trimmatom
More from the family Gobiidae
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