Marbled Sleeper [Oxyeleotris Marmorata]
Description
The Marbled Sleeper is a species of fish in the family Eleotridae, found in the fresh and brackish waters of the Indo-Pacific region. It is a large species that can reach up to 65 cm in length. The species is nocturnal, spending the day hiding in burrows, and emerges at night to feed on other fish and crustaceans. It is characterized by its large mouth and eyes, and a marbled color pattern.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Gobies
Gobiiformes
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| Family |
Eleotridae
Eleotridae
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| Genus |
Giant sleepers
Gobiomorus
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