Family: |
Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Blenniinae |
Max. size: |
6 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; marine |
Distribution: |
Western Indian Ocean: Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, and Pakistan. |
Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 12-12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 20-21; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 22-23 |
Biology: |
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). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 27 March 2009 (D2) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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