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The Peacock shrimpgoby (Cryptocentrus pavoninoides) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The Peacock shrimpgoby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow sand and reef water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a slender, brownish with blue spots and bars body. Characteristically it lives in symbiosis with a blind digging shrimp: the shrimp digs and maintains the shared burrow while the sharp-eyed goby stands guard and warns of danger. It eats small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Peacock shrimpgoby?
The Peacock shrimpgoby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Peacock shrimpgoby live?
The Peacock shrimpgoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand
How big does the Peacock shrimpgoby get?
The Peacock shrimpgoby grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Peacock shrimpgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Peacock shrimpgoby 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 Cryptocentrus
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