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Rhinogobius giurinus
| Family Name: | Gobiidae |
| Taxonomic Group: | Vertebrates (Fish) |
| Common Name: | Oriental River Goby |
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Description
| Size | 8 cm |
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| Description | Small, slender torpedo-shaped body that is typically olive and brown coloured, with the presence of brownish bars or blotches on flanks, along the length of body. Males typically have more distinct head and jaws, and yellow and red bars are present on their heads and jaws during the breeding season. |
Ecology, Habitat & Location
| Ecological Notes | Consumes mainly small invertebrates and organic matter. Highly adaptable to habitats that range from brackish estuaries to freshwater streams. |
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| Habitats | Freshwater |
| Distribution | Can be found in multiple reservoirs in Singapore. Native to Korea, Japan, Vietnam and China. |
Status
| Species Status | Exotic / Introduced |
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| IUCN Red List | Least Concern |
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References
| References | Ho, J.K.I., Ramchunder, S.J., Theng, M., Memory, A., Li, T., Clews, E., Cai, Y.X., Tan, H.H and Yeo, D.C.J.. 2016. A Guide to the Freshwater Faun of Nee Soon Swamp Forest. Singapore: Lee kong Chian Natural History Museum & Tropical Marine Science Institute, National University of Singapore. 139pp |
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