I found out the reason as to why Periophthalmus walailakae has been mistaken to be Periophthalmodon schlosseri today.
Apparently, the distinguishing black lateral stripe coursing posteriorly down Periophthalmodon schlosseri was believed to be a display that is shown only when the mudskipper is agitated or threatened.
Reference:
Murdy, E. O., 1986. Mudskippers of Malaysia. The lords of the mudflats. Freshwater and Marine Aquarium 9:20-23.
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