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The Sostra pygmy goby (Trimma sostra) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 2 cm.
Description
The Sostra pygmy goby is one of the smallest reef fishes (Gobiidae) from the western Pacific. The species stays about 2 cm long and has a translucent, reddish to orange body with large eyes. As a bottom-dweller it lives on coral and in crevices of shallow reefs, often upside down against cave walls, and picks small zooplankton. Through its short life and tiny size it is an important link in the reef food chain. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sostra pygmy goby?
The Sostra pygmy goby has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Sostra pygmy goby live?
The Sostra pygmy goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Oceania: Solomon Is., Fiji, Kiribati, Micronesia, Marshall Is.
How big does the Sostra pygmy goby get?
The Sostra pygmy goby grows to a maximum of about 2 cm.
Is the Sostra pygmy goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Sostra pygmy 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 Trimma
More from the family Gobiidae
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