Purple eel goby
Taenioides purpurascens
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Saltwater
Overview
Purple eel goby (Taenioides purpurascens) is a marine fish of the family Gobiidae (Gobies), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 16 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–1 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 16,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-1m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-1m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Famille | Gobiidae (Gobies) |
| Espèces | Taenioides purpurascens |
Foire aux questions
How big does Purple eel goby get?
Purple eel goby can grow up to 16.0 cm long.
What family does Purple eel goby belong to?
Purple eel goby (Taenioides purpurascens) belongs to the family Gobiidae (Gobies) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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