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Loach Goby

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Total number of species: 2000

The loach goby is a medium-sized fish living in the tropical, fast-flowing streams in the mountainous regions of Asia. They are typically found throughout China and south Japan and on the islands of the Philippines, Indonesia, New Guinea, and the Solomons. The loach goby can be found clinging to rocks in these swift streams. They like to hide in rocks, especially when feeling threatened.

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