Species guide
How to catch Giant goby
Gobius cobitis
#1367
#1367BrackishSaltwaterGame FishBrackishSaltwaterAtlanticMediterranean
The Giant goby is a small elongated fish found mostly in brackish waters among rocks and pools. It feeds on green algae, crustaceans, and small insects. This species thrives in shallow intertidal zones and is known to occasionally enter fresher waters.
Where they live
Found in brackish and saltwater intertidal zones of the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Lives among rocks, weeds, and tidal pools at depths of 10 to 35 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 16 cm
What they eat
- green algae
- crustaceans
- amphipods
- crabs
- polychaetes
- insects
Best baits
- small crustaceans
- worms
- pea-sized soft bait
Best lures
- small soft plastic lures
- tiny jigs
- micro crankbaits
How to fish for them
- light tackle fishing
- rock pooling
- bait fishing from shore
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