| Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Salariinae |
| 12.2 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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reef-associated; marine |
| Western Central Atlantic: North Carolina, Florida, Caribbean (Bermuda population may be distinct species). |
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Dorsal spines (total): 12-12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 19-21; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 20-21; Vertebrae: 33-33. Lateral line consists of 2 disconnected, elongate portions where the anterior portion overlaps with the anterior end of the ventral portion (Ref. 43469). |
| Adults inhabit shallow, clear waters with coral or rock bottoms (Ref. 5521). Territorial (Ref. 9710). 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). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 December 2024 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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