Spinecheek Gudgeon
Eleotris acanthopomus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–5 m
- Max size: 14 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small gudgeon of brackish estuaries and the lower freshwater reaches of coastal streams, it settles over soft mud bottoms. Like other sleeper gobies it sits still and ambushes small prey rather than chasing it down.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Eleotridae › Eleotris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 311038.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spinecheek Gudgeon live?
- The Spinecheek Gudgeon (Eleotris acanthopomus) is typically found at 0–5 m.
- Is the Spinecheek Gudgeon dangerous to divers?
- The Spinecheek Gudgeon is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spinecheek Gudgeon get?
- The Spinecheek Gudgeon grows to about 14 cm.