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Barrall's pygmygoby (Trimma barralli)
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Barrall's pygmygoby (Trimma barralli) specimen
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Gobiidae

Barrall's pygmygoby

Trimma barralli

Two Point Eight Centimeters Goby from the Indian Ocean

  • Tropical
  • Regional distribution
  • Marine fish
  • Indian Ocean
  • Africa
  • Small
  • Tropical fish

Trimma barralli, commonly known as Barral's pygmy goby or red pygmy goby, is a species of goby native to the western Indian Ocean, particularly the Gulf of Aqaba and the Red Sea. It inhabits deep water tropical reef settings, generally being found below 30 m (98 ft). This species grows to a length of 2.5–2.8 cm (0.98–1.10 in).

Family
Gobiidae
Genus
Trimma
Maximum length
2.8 cm
Water
Marine
Distribution
Western Indian Ocean: Port Sudan to Gulf of Aqaba; Red Sea (near Muqebila).
Conservation status
LCLeast Concern

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