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The Scortecci's goby (Gobius scorteccii) is a freshwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 14 cm.
Description
The Scortecci's goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow coastal, estuarine or reef water of the western Indian Ocean and Red Sea. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, brown-speckled body with fused pelvic fins forming a sucker. As a bottom-dweller it sits on sand, mud or rock by weed, roots or a burrow and snaps at small invertebrates, algae and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Scortecci's goby?
The Scortecci's goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Pelvic fins fused into a weak sucker; bottom-dweller of freshwater streams.
Where does the Scortecci's goby live?
The Scortecci's goby lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Endemic to fresh water of (northern) Somalia.
How big does the Scortecci's goby get?
The Scortecci's goby grows to a maximum of about 14 cm. On average the species is around 8 cm.
Is the Scortecci's goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Scortecci's goby is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Scortecci's goby edible?
The Scortecci's goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Gobius
More from the family Gobiidae
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