Fishing for Pacific sleeper

Gobiomorus maculatus

The Pacific sleeper is a bottom-dwelling fish known for its elongated body and mottled brown coloration. It inhabits coastal waters and estuaries, often hiding among rocks and vegetation. Typically reaching lengths of 12-16 inches and weighing up to 3 pounds, it feeds on small crustaceans and fish. This nocturnal predator is known for its sluggish, ambush-based hunting behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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