Gobiesocidae Collection

Shore clingfish (1810) Mausoleum of Charlottenburg, Berlin, Germany, in 1888, Historic
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Yellow stripe clingfish (Diademichthys lineatus) living in association with the Fire Urchin (Astropyga radiata) Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Clingfish on crinoid, Australia

Small-headed Clingfish (Apletodon dentatus) adult, Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, March (captive)

Clingfish (Gobiesocidae sp. ) egg mass under rock, Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, March
Clingfish (Gobiesocidae sp.) egg mass under rock, Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, March

Urchin Clingfish (Diademichthys lineatus) adult, sheltering in Black Longspine Sea Urchin (Diadema setosum), Rinca Island, Komodo N.P. Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, March

Shore Clingfish (Lepadogaster purpurea) adult, in rockpool at low tide, Sennon Cove, Cornwall, England, November

Shore Clingfish (Lepadogaster lepadogaster) adult, close-up of head, in rockpool, Falmouth, Cornwall, England, March

An urchin clingfish in Indonesia
An unusual urchin clingfish, Diademichthys lineatus, swimming in front of sea fan. Photographed at Temornadofa West, Halmahera, Maluku Islands, Indonesia

Trachelochismus pinnulatus, lumpfish
Ff. 248. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Gobiesox marmoratus
Fish collected by Charles Darwin in South American and Tahitian waters from his Zoology of the Voyage of the Beagle

Gobiesox poecilophthalmos, clingfish
Clingfish (Gobiesox poecilophthalmos) specimens brought back by Charles Darwin on his voyage on HMS Beagle

Clingfish. UK
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"Gobiesocidae: A Fascinating Family of Clingfish" Step into the world of Gobiesocidae, a diverse family of fish that have mastered the art of clinging to various surfaces. From historic artworks to exotic underwater habitats, these clingfish captivate with their unique adaptations and intriguing behaviors. In 1810, the Shore Clingfish made its mark as it clung onto the Mausoleum of Charlottenburg in Berlin, Germany. This digitally restored reproduction showcases its tenacity even centuries later. Venturing into North Sulawesi, Indonesia, we discover the Yellow Stripe Clingfish living harmoniously alongside the Fire Urchin. Their symbiotic relationship is a testament to nature's intricate connections. Australia reveals another captivating sight - a Clingfish perched on a crinoid. This delicate balance between two species highlights their ability to adapt and find refuge in unexpected places. The Small-headed Clingfish takes us to Kimmeridge in Dorset, England. March brings forth this adult specimen captured in captivity, allowing us an up-close glimpse into its fascinating features. Underneath rocks at Kimmeridge lies an astonishing sight - an egg mass belonging to a mysterious Gobiesocidae species. These protective parents ensure their offspring's safety until they are ready for the world beyond. Moving back to Indonesia, we encounter an Urchin Clingfish seeking shelter within the spines of a Black Longspine Sea Urchin. It exemplifies how these fish ingeniously utilize their surroundings for protection. Returning once again to Cornwall's Sennon Cove during November unveils yet more wonders - Shore Clingfish gracefully navigating rockpools at low tide. Their vibrant presence adds color and life amidst rugged coastal landscapes. Lepadogaster purpurea makes another appearance among seaweed-filled rockpools in Falmouth during March—a close-up view revealing intricate details that make these fish so captivating.