red-mouthed goby
| Scientific name | Gobius cruentatus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Gmelin |
| Year of description | 1789 |
| IUCN category (World) | LC |
| Family | Gobiidae |
| Genus | Gobius |
Introduction
The Gobius cruentatus, more commonly known as the red-mouthed goby, is found in the North Sea, the Mediterranean Sea, and along the East coast of the Atlantic Ocean. It is documented from Senegal to Ireland.
Who is it?
Morphology
-
Average size15 cm
-
Maximum size18 cm
-
ShapeRectangular
-
Patternmottling
-
Average size15 cm
-
Maximum size18 cm
-
ShapeRectangular
-
Patternmottling
How to recognize the red-mouthed goby ?
The red-mouthed goby has a mostly brown to beige body with brown marbling.
The characteristic feature of this species is its red lips. Some red spots cover the head. The body is stout, the dorsal fins are distinct and rounded, and the caudal fin is round.
Sexual dimorphism
There is no apparent sexual dimorphism in this species.
Behaviour & Life cycle
-
dietomnivorous
-
Sociabilitysolitary
-
territorialNo
-
Way of livingdiurnal
The red-mouthed goby is a solitary fish. It is a species with a rather calm temperament. Although it can be approached, at the slightest sudden movement, the individual retreats to a nearby hole.
Most of the time, it remains hidden in a shelter, such as a rocky mass or a cavity. This species is omnivorous, feeding on algae, small crustaceans, worms, and small fish.
Reproduction
-
Reproductionovipare qui pond sur substrat caché
The red-mouthed goby is an oviparous fish that spawns on hidden substrate at the beginning of summer.
Harmless species
This species does not pose a particular danger to humans if encountered in its natural habitat.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
Geographic distribution & Conservation
No text specifying the distribution and conservation
Where to see this species?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
-
Temperature16 - 28 °C
-
Depth0 - 40 m
Biotope presentation
The red-mouthed goby frequents seagrass areas and rocky bottoms up to 40 meters deep.
To go further
Sources & Contributions
Participation & Validation
The Fishipedia team and specialist contributors are committed to providing high-quality content. However, although the information comes from scientific sources or testimonials from specialists, the cards may contain inaccuracies.
Adrien Falzon
Benoit Chartrer
Translation
Translation done with the valuable contribution of our translators, who make this information available to a wider audience. We sincerely thank them for their commitment.
Where to see this species?
Scientific partners
Species of the same family
