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The Salvin's goby (Sicydium salvini) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 14 cm.
Description
The Salvin's goby is a climbing goby (Gobiidae, Sicydiinae) from fast-flowing freshwater streams of the Pacific slope of Central America. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a stocky body with fused pelvic fins forming a sucker, with which it climbs over stones and waterfalls. With a ring-shaped mouth it rasps algal film from rocks. The larvae wash to sea and return as juveniles into the river. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Salvin's goby?
The Salvin's goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Salvin's goby live?
The Salvin's goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North America: Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama
How big does the Salvin's goby get?
The Salvin's goby grows to a maximum of about 14 cm.
Is the Salvin's goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Salvin's goby 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 Sicydium
More from the family Gobiidae
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