Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Salariinae |
2.6 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
demersal; marine; depth range 6 - 10 m |
Western Indian Ocean. |
Dorsal spines (total): 12-12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18-20; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 20-21. Body pale; small dark spot between 1st 2 dorsal spines; males with dark area under head and on pectoral base (Ref. 4404). |
Oviparous. Eggs are demersal and adhesive (Ref. 205), and are attached to the substrate via a filamentous, adhesive pad or pedestal (Ref. 94114). Larvae are planktonic, often found in shallow, coastal waters (Ref. 94114). |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 23 March 2009 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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