Large-eye Pygmygoby (Trimma flammeum) © jeyreCC BY 4.0 · iNaturalist

Large-eye Pygmygoby

Trimma flammeum

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Max depth
30 m
Found in
9 regions

How to recognise it

Colours
orangered
Body shape
Standard
Pattern
Blotches or dots

Trimma flammeum is a species of fish in the Gobiidae family in the order Perciformes.

Description

Identified by the close set of orange spots over the head and body.

Distribution

Western Indian Ocean: Mozambique, Chagos Archipelago, the Maldives.

Habitat

It is a sea fish with a tropical climate and associated with coral reefs. Inhabits coastal areas where it feeds on zooplankton.

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Questions

Is Large-eye Pygmygoby dangerous?

Large-eye Pygmygoby has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.

Where can you find Large-eye Pygmygoby?
Indian OceanChagos IslandsAustraliaJapanMaldives +4 more in Seabook
How deep does Large-eye Pygmygoby live?

Large-eye Pygmygoby can be found at depths of up to 30 meters.

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