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The Sumatra eel goby (Trypauchenichthys sumatrensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The Sumatra eel goby is an eel goby (Gobiidae) from turbid mud and mangrove shores of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 15 cm and has an elongate, eel-like, pink to reddish body with very small, barely functional eyes and a long, continuous dorsal and anal fin. As a bottom-dweller it digs burrows in soft mud and snaps at small invertebrates, detritus and biofilm. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sumatra eel goby?
The Sumatra eel goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly pink-purple.
Where does the Sumatra eel goby live?
The Sumatra eel goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia
How big does the Sumatra eel goby get?
The Sumatra eel goby grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Sumatra eel goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Sumatra eel 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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