Species FishBlack Goby

Black Goby

Gobius niger

CommonFish
Illustration of Black Goby (Gobius niger)

The Black Goby is a small fish with a dark, elongated body and a distinctive rounded head. They are often found hiding among rocks and vegetation.

Habitat
Inhabits shallow coastal waters, estuaries, and brackish environments.
Diet
Feeds on small invertebrates and detritus.
How common
Common

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