Gobius paganellus

Blennies/Gobies

  • Rock goby
  • Paganell-grundel
  • Gobie paganel
  • Bobi
  • Paganello

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 0 and 10 Meters.
  • Very common species.
  • Imitates a rock or a coral.

General behaviour of the species

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

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 12 cm
  • Maximum age known : 10 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : - Sea worms

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest