Species guide
How to catch Marbled goby
Pomatoschistus marmoratus
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#1170FreshwaterBrackishSaltwaterFreshwaterBrackishSaltwaterEuropeAtlanticIndian OceanMediterranean
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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