Gobiesox aethus
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Gobiesox aethus faces significant pressure from coastal development and habitat modification along its limited range in the eastern Pacific. The species' specialized attachment to rocky intertidal substrates makes it particularly vulnerable to coastal infrastructure projects, pollution runoff, and changes in wave action patterns. Climate change-induced sea level rise and increased storm intensity threaten the delicate balance of its shallow marine environment.
Habitat
This clingfish species inhabits rocky intertidal zones and shallow subtidal areas along the Pacific coast, where it uses its specialized ventral disc to attach to hard substrates. It typically occurs in areas with strong wave action and complex rocky topography that provides shelter and feeding opportunities.
