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Striped Goby

In Dive.Explo360: Mediterranean

Resting between two stones, the Striped Goby reveals its identity through the dark line running along its body. Often motionless and then suddenly very lively, it explores around its shelter to catch small prey on rocky coastal seabeds.

Habitat de Striped Goby Habitat
Wreck, Sand, Rocky habitat, Gravel
Profondeur de Striped Goby Depth
15-80 m
Groupe biologique de Striped Goby Group
Benthic fish
Rôle écologique de Striped Goby Role
Predator

WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?

The Striped Goby is a small fish with an elongated body, generally measuring a few centimetres. It is recognised by a broad, dark longitudinal stripe crossing the head, passing through the eye and extending along the flank to the tail. The rest of the body is paler, varying from beige to yellowish, sometimes with faint mottling. Its fins are delicate and inconspicuous, adapted to life resting on the seabed.

WHERE DOES IT LIVE?

This goby lives on hard or mixed coastal seabeds, often near natural shelters such as cracks or small cavities. It occurs in the Mediterranean and part of the nearby Atlantic. It generally stays near the substrate, behaving discreetly and remaining settled on the bottom.

WHAT DOES IT EAT?

Its diet is mainly based on small invertebrates living on or in the sediment, particularly crustaceans and worms. It catches prey directly on the seabed with short, rapid movements.

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