The Chin-band goby (Stenogobius genivittatus) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The chin-band goby is a goby from the Indo-West Pacific, mainly in fresh and brackish water of island streams and river mouths. The species grows to about 18 cm and has an elongate, pale body with fine markings and a dark band over the chin and cheek. As a bottom-dweller it stays on sandy bottoms of lower courses and is amphidromous. It feeds on small invertebrates and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Chin-band goby?
The Chin-band goby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly white and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Chin-band goby live?
The Chin-band goby lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Chin-band goby get?
The Chin-band goby grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Chin-band goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Chin-band goby is harmless to humans.
Is the Chin-band goby edible?
The Chin-band goby is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Stenogobius
More from the family Gobiidae
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