Bathygobius soporator

Blennies/Gobies

Frillfin goby

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean
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 16 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 rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 15 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : -

Relationship with humans

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