Gobius niger

Blennies/Gobies

Black goby
Schwartzgrundel
Zwarte grondel
Gobie noir
Chaparrudo
Ghizzo nero

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
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 75 Meters.
Very common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 18 cm
Maximum age known : 4 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

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