Species guide

How to catch Marbled goby

Pomatoschistus marmoratus

Stylized 2D illustration of Marbled goby
freshwaterbrackishsaltwaterGobiidae

The marbled goby is a small, elongated fish found in various water types including fresh, brackish, and saltwater. It typically inhabits shallow to moderately deep waters and preys on small macrofauna. Due to its small size and modest weight, it is not targeted as a game fish.

Where they live

Occurs in shallow to moderately deep waters (20–70m) across Europe, the Atlantic, Indian Ocean, and Mediterranean. Found in freshwater, brackish, and saltwater environments.

Typical size

Up to about 8 cm

What they eat

  • small macrofauna
  • tiny aquatic invertebrates
  • microorganisms

Best baits

  • small pieces of shrimp
  • tiny worms
  • minuscule insect larvae

Best lures

  • small soft plastic lures
  • tiny jigs
  • micro spoons

How to fish for them

  • light spinning
  • micro fishing
  • drop shot rigs

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