bullhead
| Scientific name | Cottus gobio |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Linnaeus |
| Year of description | 1758 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Cottidae |
| Genus | Cottus |
Introduction
Cottus gobio, commonly known as bullhead, is a fresh water fish from the Europe.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size10 cm
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Maximum size15 cm
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Longevity6 year
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Average size10 cm
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Maximum size15 cm
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Longevity6 year
How to recognize the bullhead ?
The bullhead measures between 10 and 15 cm. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly marron and beige body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialYes
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Way of livingnocturnal
The bullhead is a fish solitary naturally found on the bottom. This species is carnivorous . This fish lives mainly at night. Usually, it leaves its hiding place and starts to be active once it gets dark.
This species is territorial and does not appreciate the presence of intruders nearby, especially animals with similar behavior. However, the bullhead has little concern for non-territorial animals.
Reproduction
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Where to see this species?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature1 - 18 °C
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pH (acidity)7 - 7.5
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FlowStrong
Biotope presentation
The bullhead prefers well oxygenated waters in current areas and rapids. It frequents fast flowing waters where the bottom is strewn with pebbles, wood or leaves carried by the current. It can be found not far from waterfalls .
To go further
To read on the web
Sources & Contributions
Participation & Validation
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Patrick Chartrer
Translation
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In collaboration with : Reflets d'eau douce
Bibliographic references
Les Poissons d'eau douce de France - Eric Feunteun - Jean Allardi - Philippe Keith - Biotope Edition - 2011. Collection Inventaires & Biodiversité, publication scientifique du Muséum
Where to see this species?
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