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The Yasha goby (Stonogobiops yasha) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The Yasha goby is a goby (Gobiidae) from shallow sand and reef water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a slender, white body with red crossbars and a long dorsal filament body. Characteristically it lives in symbiosis with a blind digging shrimp: the shrimp digs and maintains the shared burrow while the sharp-eyed goby stands guard and warns of danger. It eats small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yasha goby?
The Yasha goby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly white.
Where does the Yasha goby live?
The Yasha goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is., New Caledonia, Palau
How big does the Yasha goby get?
The Yasha goby grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Yasha goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Yasha 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 Stonogobiops
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