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The Smudge sleeper goby (Bollmannia litura) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 14 cm.
North America: Colombia, Dominican Rp, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, St Lucia and others
Description
The smudge sleeper goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow sand and mud water of the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 10 cm and has an elongate, silver-brown body with a dark spot on the first dorsal fin and fused pelvic fins forming a sucker. As a bottom-dweller it sits on sand and mud by a burrow and snaps at small crustaceans, worms and zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Smudge sleeper goby?
The Smudge sleeper goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Smudge sleeper goby live?
The Smudge sleeper goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North America: Colombia, Dominican Rp, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, St Lucia and others
How big does the Smudge sleeper goby get?
The Smudge sleeper goby grows to a maximum of about 14 cm.
Is the Smudge sleeper goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Smudge sleeper 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 Bollmannia
More from the family Gobiidae
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