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The Pallid pygmygoby (Trimma cana) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The Pallid pygmygoby is a pygmygoby (Gobiidae) from reef water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 2 cm and has a small, pale pink to translucent body with large eyes. As a bottom-dweller it perches on or under coral heads, rock overhangs and in small caves and snaps at small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pallid pygmygoby?
The Pallid pygmygoby has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly pink-purple.
Where does the Pallid pygmygoby live?
The Pallid pygmygoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Oceania: Fiji, Micronesia, Marshall Is., Palau, Philippines
How big does the Pallid pygmygoby get?
The Pallid pygmygoby grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Pallid pygmygoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Pallid pygmygoby 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 Trimma
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