Gobiobotia macrocephala
Gobiobotia macrocephala
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Gobiobotia macrocephala is a freshwater fish of the family Gobionidae, in the order Cypriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 10 cm.
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Gobiobotia macrocephala is a small freshwater gudgeon found in Korean streams, growing to about 10 cm. Its notably large head gives it its scientific name and helps it forage along gravel-bed riverbeds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 10.0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Order | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| Family | Gobionidae |
| Species | Gobiobotia macrocephala |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Korean | 꾸구리 |
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