Gobius cruentatus

Blennies/Gobies

Red-mouthed goby
Blutmund-Grundel
Gobie à bouche rouge
Gobi de sorra
Paganello insanguinà

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 5 and 40 Meters.
Common species.
Imitates a rock or a coral.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
Imitates a rock or a coral.
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 18 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : - Sea worms - Mollusks

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.