Abdurahmanov's pugolovka
Benthophilus abdurahmanovi
Abdurahmanov's pugolovka is a brackishwater fish of family Gobiidae. It is found in the northern Caspian Sea and the lower reaches of the rivers Volga and Terek. FishBase treats this taxa as a subspecies of the Azov tadpole goby, and is reported as Benthophilus magistri abdurahmanovi.
Identification points
- Scientific name: Benthophilus abdurahmanovi; family: Unknown family.
- Water type: unknown; native or main range: Global species occurrence records indexed by GBIF..
- Use body shape, color pattern, mouth position, fin shape, and local range together for field identification.
Habitat
Abdurahmanov's pugolovka is associated with marine or coastal habitats within its range, including nearshore, offshore, reef, shelf, or pelagic waters depending on the species.
Bait notes
Common approaches include baitfish, cut bait, squid, jigs, plugs, spoons, soft plastics, trolling lures, or locally proven rigs.
Behavior
Activity often follows bait movement, tide or current edges, water temperature, structure, and seasonal migrations.
Caution
Check official local rules for seasons, size limits, bag limits, protected status, gear restrictions, and consumption advisories.
Fishing notes
Use the Abdurahmanov's pugolovka range, habitat, and local regulations to choose tackle, depth, presentation speed, and harvest decisions.