Fin's Fish Guide
The Toothed coralgoby (Gobiodon brochus) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The Toothed coralgoby is a very small coralgoby (Gobiidae) from reef water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 3 cm and has a stocky, greenish to brownish body with fine lines on the head. Characteristically it lives hidden among the branches of living stony coral (Acropora), sheltering almost invisibly among the polyps; its skin secretes a bitter, protective mucus. It snaps at coral mucus and small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Toothed coralgoby?
The Toothed coralgoby has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly green.
Where does the Toothed coralgoby live?
The Toothed coralgoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Australia, Fiji, New Caledonia, Viet Nam, Tonga
How big does the Toothed coralgoby get?
The Toothed coralgoby grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Toothed coralgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Toothed coralgoby 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 Gobiodon
More from the family Gobiidae
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