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1998? JPC

Leopard-spotted Goby (Thorogobius ephippiatus )

Sesimbra Portugal

Minute, smaller then the little finger...
Also known as Leopard Goby.

Found singly close to crevices in rock walls of inshore reefs.
They feed on small crustaceans.
Length - 13cm
Depth - 6-40m
Widespread Eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean

Reef Gobies have the largest and smallest species usually with very distinctive colouring.

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GaleriaFotoStefan17-Aug-2016 03:36
Interesting fish! Great detail and colors, V
Dan Greenberg17-Aug-2016 02:40
Fantastic!! Incredible detail and color. ~BV~