Gudgeons [Eleotris]

Description

Eleotris, or gudgeons, is a genus in the Eleotridae family, widely distributed across fresh, brackish, and marine waters of tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. Characterized by their elongate bodies and large mouths, these fish are primarily nocturnal, hiding among vegetation or in crevices during the day. They play a significant ecological role in their habitats as predators of small invertebrates and detritus feeders.

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