One of the easier mini species to tick off on unflavoured soft plastics, the Rock Goby is pretty aggressive for its size.
Rock Goby
The Rock Goby is one of the most common fish encountered around the UK coastline. In terms of identification, it stands out from other common goby species by its trademark yellow-to-orange ‘Mohican’, a colourful stripe on the edge of the dorsal fin. As the name suggests, the Rock Goby does appear to prefer some kind of cover. Often rocks, but also man-made structure.
PB Rock Goby
New PB Rock Goby caught while fishing the Cornish Lure Festival. Measured 13.5cm, which I believe is at the top of their known size range. A real bulldog of a goby and in fine fettle.
Rock Goby Identification
Granted, not the hardest fish to identify, but I found this nice photograph of a Rock Goby showing the key attributes useful in identifying this species;
LRF Old Portsmouth
Had to call off a boat trip last week due to the wind strength offshore so I grabbed what LRF gear I had and decided upon a sheltered LRF session in the sun, around Old Portsmouth.
Barry Docks LRF
Change of scenery. Thought we’d head West instead of South for a change. After a bit of internet research I decided upon Barry Docks in Wales.
Rock Goby on AquaWave Ami
Had fun sight casting to these little fellas in shallow water, under torch-light. Despite sub 10C water temp they reacted aggressively to the little AquaWave Ami when jigged.
Rock Goby on Jig Head
Must admit, quite enjoy catching gobies by Jighead method. Not easy, so rewarding once you get the action right. Lure here is the Ecogear Aqua Shirasu.