Lepadogaster lepadogaster

Blennies/Gobies

  • Shore clingfish
  • Ansauger
  • Gevlekte zuignapvis
  • Porte écuelle de Gouan
  • Pega roques
  • Succiascoglio

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 found in a sheltered zone
  • The species can be found between 0 and 1 Meters.
  • 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 : 7 cm
  • Maximum age known : 5 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : - Mollusks - Fishes
  • The animal can show variable colouring

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.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!