Snakehead Gudgeon
Giuris margaritaceus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–5 m
- Max size: 29 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The snakehead gudgeon moves between fresh water, estuaries and the inshore sea, settling over muddy bottoms among thick weed or under cut banks. It feeds mostly on aquatic insects and their nymphs, taking some algae and small crustaceans, and its larvae drift at sea before returning.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Eleotridae › Giuris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 318181.
FAQ
- How deep does the Snakehead Gudgeon live?
- The Snakehead Gudgeon (Giuris margaritaceus) is typically found at 0–5 m.
- Is the Snakehead Gudgeon dangerous to divers?
- The Snakehead Gudgeon is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Snakehead Gudgeon get?
- The Snakehead Gudgeon grows to about 29 cm.