DSC_1922 Tommyfish (Limnichthys polyactis) detail of head. A small fish with bulging eyes and thick fleshy upper lip. Not easily seen because it sits buried in shell or sand with only it's head exposed, and when disturbed, darts away rapidly and dives into the sand. Portobello, Otago Harbour.
DSC_0101 Exquisite sand goby (Favonigobius exquisitus) abundant in northern estuaries and harbours. They prefer sand flats to muddy areas, and migrate up the shore as the tide comes in, as they prefer very shallow water.They will also bury themselves in the sand to avoid predation. Snell's Beach
DSC_0090 Exquisite sand goby (Favonigobius exquisitus) abundant in northern estuaries and harbours. They prefer sand flats to muddy areas, and migrate up the shore as the tide comes in, as they prefer very shallow water.They will also bury themselves in the sand to avoid predation. Snell's Beach
