The Blackeye goby (Rhinogobiops nicholsii) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The blackeye goby is a small goby (Gobiidae) from coastal waters of the northeast Pacific, off the west coast of North America. The species grows to about 15 cm and has a stocky, pale, sand-coloured body with conspicuously black-rimmed eyes and a blue spot on the first dorsal fin. As a bottom-dweller it perches on sand and reef bottoms of rocky shores and kelp beds and snaps at small crustaceans and worms. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackeye goby?
The Blackeye goby has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly white.
Where does the Blackeye goby live?
The Blackeye goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Blackeye goby get?
The Blackeye goby grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Blackeye goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackeye goby is harmless to humans.
Is the Blackeye goby edible?
Yes, the Blackeye goby is commonly eaten.
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