Species guide
How to catch Round goby
Neogobius melanostomus
The Round goby is a small, hardy fish native to Eurasian waters but now widespread in North America. It thrives in shallow, brackish to freshwater habitats, often found near stones and river mouths. This species is a bottom-dwelling predator known for its ability to tolerate low oxygen conditions for days.
Where they live
Found mainly in shallow brackish and fresh waters across Europe, Asia, and North America, often near stones or river mouths; tolerates temperatures from 0 to 30°C and depths up to 30 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 35 cm
What they eat
- small crustaceans
- bivalves
- macrofauna
- invertebrates
Best baits
- worms
- small minnows
- nightcrawlers
- small crustacean baits
Best lures
- small jigs
- soft plastic grubs
- micro spoons
- tiny crankbaits
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light tackle jigging
- casting small lures near rocky substrates
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