Gobioids

/ˈɡoʊbiɔɪdz/ noun

Definition

Fish belonging to the goby family or related groups, characterized by small size and bottom-dwelling habits.

Etymology

From Greek 'gobios' (fish) with the English plural form '-oids,' used in both scientific and common English to describe members of this fish family.

Kelly Says

Gobies are incredible survivors—one species can breathe air through its skin and skip across mud, while others form partnerships with shrimp that literally burrow homes together!

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