Fin's Fish Guide
The Yellowline goby (Elacatinus horsti) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 5 cm.
North America: Bahamas, Belize, Cayman Is., Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica and others
Description
The Yellowline goby is a small cleaner goby (Gobiidae) from the Caribbean Sea. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender body with a yellow or white longitudinal stripe over a dark body. It keeps cleaning stations on the reef, where larger fish come to have parasites and dead skin removed, which it picks off. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yellowline goby?
The Yellowline goby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Yellowline goby live?
The Yellowline goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. North America: Bahamas, Belize, Cayman Is., Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica and others
How big does the Yellowline goby get?
The Yellowline goby grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Yellowline goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Yellowline 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 Yellowline goby edible?
Yes, the Yellowline goby is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Elacatinus
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