Description

Also known as Gudgeon, Sand Goby.

Found over mud, sand and in seagrass beds over inshore reefs.
They feed on crustaceans.
Length - 16cm
Depth - 0-30m
Widespread Mediterranean

These Gobies feed by taking a mouthful of sand that is filtered through the gills for tiny creatures.
They make large homes on sandy areas below rocks, with a small entrance that is covered over at night, when predators are near these Gobies dive into the sand and swim through the sand to escape danger. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/16289