Sand Goby
Saltwater
Photo by David Ogilvie
Irish Name:
Gobán Gainimh
Gobán Gainimh
Scientific Name:
Pomatoschistus minutus
Pomatoschistus minutus
Description
Small bottom-dwelling fish found in sandy estuaries and shallow coastal waters. Max ~9cm.
Identification
Small, sandy-coloured with dark spots along flanks. Two dorsal fins. Large head relative to body.
Species Information
- Category Sea
- Habitat Saltwater
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