Fin's Fish Guide
The Sea whip goby (Bryaninops yongei) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Bahrain, Solomon Is., Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Marquesas Is. and others
Description
The Sea whip goby is a tiny goby (Gobiidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 3.5 cm and has a slender, partly translucent body. It lives almost exclusively clinging to a single sea whip or black coral branch. It eats small zooplankton that drifts past. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sea whip goby?
The Sea whip goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Sea whip goby live?
The Sea whip goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Bahrain, Solomon Is., Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Marquesas Is. and others
How big does the Sea whip goby get?
The Sea whip goby grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Sea whip goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Sea whip 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.
Is the Sea whip goby edible?
Yes, the Sea whip goby is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Bryaninops
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