Mediterranean Bigeye Rockling

First dorsal spine followed by a few small fleshy filaments. Two fang-like teeth at the symphysis of the upper jaw.

Dorsal spines (total): 0; Analspines: 0

Found in offshore waters on mud, shell and coral bottoms. Feeds on crustaceans.

Found in offshore waters on mud, shell and coral bottoms. Feed on crustaceans. Spawning occurs in February. Occasionally sold in markets.

fisheries: minor commercial; price category: medium; price reliability: questionable: based on ex-vessel price for species in this genus