Family: |
Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Salariinae |
Max. size: |
9 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
reef-associated; marine |
Distribution: |
Eastern Pacific: Nicaragua to Peru. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Adults inhabit shallow, weed-covered rocky reefs, including tide pools. 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: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 25 May 2007 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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