Dusk Goby

Dusk goby is a particularly widespread species of fish, probably due to its unusual tolerances. Though a freshwater fish, it is capable of living quite close to the mouths of rivers, where the salt content of the waters can approach that of seawater.

Dusk gobies are so called for the rich sunset colors of their scales. Interestingly, the colors vary based on the saline levels of the individual fish's home, from gold and orange to a deep amber.

Dusk gobies are much sought after not as seafood, but in fact for the creation of bait. The flesh is deeply attractive to a wide variety of saltwater fish; as such, balls made from the minced meat mixed with rye flour are quite popular in the bait boxes of novice fishermen.

In turn, no dusk goby can resist the taste of crayfish bait. Regardless of the waters in which they swim, a fisherman can be sure of snagging at least one with a crayfish ball or two.

Grand Companies routinely request dusk gobies from beginner fishermen.