Fin's Fish Guide
The Steinitz' prawn-goby (Amblyeleotris steinitzi) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Oceania: Australia, Solomon Is., Sri Lanka, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Guam, Indonesia and others
Description
Steinitz' prawn-goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from coastal waters of the Indo-West Pacific, including the Red Sea. The species grows to about 13 cm and has a pale body with a few brown crossbars. It lives in symbiosis with a near-blind digging shrimp: the shrimp maintains a shared burrow in the sandy bottom while the sharp-eyed goby stands guard and warns of danger. It snaps at small zooplankton and invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Steinitz' prawn-goby?
The Steinitz' prawn-goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly white and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Steinitz' prawn-goby live?
The Steinitz' prawn-goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Australia, Solomon Is., Sri Lanka, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Guam, Indonesia and others
How big does the Steinitz' prawn-goby get?
The Steinitz' prawn-goby grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Steinitz' prawn-goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Steinitz' prawn-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 Steinitz' prawn-goby edible?
Yes, the Steinitz' prawn-goby is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Amblyeleotris
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