Malacoctenus zonogaster Heller & Snodgrass, 1903 Belted blenny |
photo by
Robertson, R. |
Family: | Labrisomidae (Labrisomids) | |||
Max. size: | 8.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 5 m | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: Galapagos Islands. | |||
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Biology: | Lives in tide pools, shallow, rocky, boulder strewn areas and walls. Prefers deeper water habitats (Ref. 5227). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 13 September 2022 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |