Rhinogobiops nicholsii
Blennies/Gobies
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 106 Meters.
- Very common species.
- Hides in the sand.
General behaviour of the species
- The species is territorial
- Species generally living in a group
- Hides in the sand.
- The animal is fearful of the diver
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 15 cm
- Maximum age known : 5 year(s)
- The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
- Diet : - Mollusks
- The animal can show variable colouring
- The animal is a protogynous transsexual
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
Blackeye goby
Gobie aux yeux noirs
Gobio triste