Thorogobius ephippiatus

Blennies/Gobies

  • Leopard-spotted goby
  • Leopardengrundel
  • Luipaardgrondel
  • Gobie léopard
  • Gobio leopardo
  • Ghiozzo leopardo

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 5 and 40 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 : 13 cm
  • Maximum age known : 9 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : - Sea worms - Algae

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!