Naked Goby

Naked Goby

Gobiosoma bosci

Size: to 2-1/2 "

Habitat: bays, estuaries, protected coastal waters

Notes:

This is a funny little fish that prefers to hide under oyster shells and the like. Named for its complete lack of scales.

Naked Goby

Painted Turtle

Chrysemys picta

Size: to 6"

Habitat: shallow water over muddy bottoms

Notes: Also known as 'Sliders'. Likes to sun itself on floating logs. Sliders are not native to New Jersey, but the descendants of released pets are quite common.

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