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Blue stream goby

A herbivorous species of goby. Inhabits rapid-flowing rivers, and feeds on algae attached to rocks. The origin of its name is from the male’s body color changing to blue during mating season.

Scientific name Sicyopterus lagocephalus
English name Blue stream goby
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