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The Shokihaze goby (Tridentiger barbatus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The shokihaze goby is a goby from estuaries and brackish water of the northwest Pacific, along China, Korea and Japan. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a stocky, dark, mottled body with numerous small skin flaps and barbels on the head and chin, from which it takes its name. As a bottom-dweller it lives on muddy and sandy bottoms of river mouths and feeds on small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans and has not been evaluated by the IUCN (NE).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Shokihaze goby?
The Shokihaze goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Numerous small skin flaps and barbels on head and chin
Where does the Shokihaze goby live?
The Shokihaze goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Northwest Pacific
How big does the Shokihaze goby get?
The Shokihaze goby grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Shokihaze goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Shokihaze 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 Shokihaze goby edible?
The Shokihaze goby is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Tridentiger
More from the family Gobiidae
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