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Trichonotus setiger
Sand-divers dart into the substrate when protecting itself from danger. They feed on zooplankton.
This long fish burrows into the sand when threatened. Spotted it at a depth of about 15m.
Thanks for the ID, Nigel! Yes, I was really lucky to have been able to get so close to it that time. Usually when I get close, they dive right into the sand. But this one, it seemed almost audacious! :D
This is not a Goby this is a sand diver, very difficult to get close to because they dive into the sand when approached.
Did well to get such a beautiful photo
Spotted on Apr 22, 2012
Submitted on Apr 27, 2012
