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Bluespotted mudskipper

Boleophthalmus pectinirostris

Photo by HenryTang
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Field Notes

Description:

These mudskippers are found in the Lamma Island, Hong Kong. They quite common on muddy wetland near the coast. They live along side with common mudskippers (Periophthalmus modestus) and crabs.

Habitat:

Saltwater wetland near mongroves

Reference Links:

Boleophthalmus, http://www.wetlandpark.gov.hk/en/biodiversity/wildlife/crabs_mudskipper/details…

Species ID Suggestions

Blue-spotted mudskipper

Boleophthalmus pectinirostris
Paul Davis
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