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The Pinkspotted shrimpgoby (Cryptocentrus cryptocentrus) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Africa: Mauritius, Seychelles, South Africa, Egypt, Chagos Is., Cargados Carajos and others
Description
The Pinkspotted shrimpgoby is a goby (Gobiidae) from clear sand and rubble water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a slender, pale body with colourful bars or spots. It lives in a striking partnership with a near-blind pistol shrimp: the shrimp digs and maintains a shared burrow while the sharp-eyed goby guards the entrance and warns of danger. It snaps at passing zooplankton and small crustaceans. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pinkspotted shrimpgoby?
The Pinkspotted shrimpgoby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly white and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Pinkspotted shrimpgoby live?
The Pinkspotted shrimpgoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Africa: Mauritius, Seychelles, South Africa, Egypt, Chagos Is., Cargados Carajos and others
How big does the Pinkspotted shrimpgoby get?
The Pinkspotted shrimpgoby grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Pinkspotted shrimpgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Pinkspotted 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
More from the family Gobiidae
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