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🌊 Marine Least Concern 🌡️ Subtropical

Large-scaled goby

Thorogobius macrolepis Kolombatović, 1891
Max Length
6.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
12.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Large-scaled goby (Thorogobius macrolepis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Thorogobius macrolepis
Authority
Kolombatović, 1891
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Subtropical
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
6.5 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
12.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

: fusiform / normal; Cross section: circular.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Large-scaled goby is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Large-scaled goby is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Large-scaled goby is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; demersal. Subtropical; 45°N - 35°N, 6°W - 17°E

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.2±0.3

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01023 × L3.01 (TL)
Max TL
6.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2024

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
12.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Kolombatović, 1891

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