The Atlantic shrimp goby (Nes longus) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The orangespotted goby is a goby from the western Atlantic, from Florida and the Bahamas to the Caribbean. The species grows to about 10 cm and has an elongate, light-coloured body with orange spots and flecks. Like other shrimp gobies it shares a burrow on sandy bottoms with a near-blind pistol shrimp: the shrimp digs and maintains the burrow while the goby keeps watch and warns of danger. The fish is harmless to humans and has not been evaluated by the IUCN (NE).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Atlantic shrimp goby?
The Atlantic shrimp goby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly white and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Atlantic shrimp goby live?
The Atlantic shrimp goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Atlantic shrimp goby get?
The Atlantic shrimp goby grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Atlantic shrimp goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Atlantic shrimp goby is harmless to humans.
Is the Atlantic shrimp goby edible?
The Atlantic shrimp goby is not usually eaten.
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