Noronha Scaly Blenny
Malacoctenus lianae
- Group: Blenny
- Typical depth: 0–10 m
- Max size: 4.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: EN
A scaly blenny found only around Noronha, this small endangered fish lives on shallow reefs down to about 10 metres and preys on tiny benthic invertebrates. At barely five centimetres it tucks among the reef rock of its narrow island range.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Labrisomidae › Malacoctenus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1493758.
FAQ
- How deep does the Noronha Scaly Blenny live?
- The Noronha Scaly Blenny (Malacoctenus lianae) is typically found at 0–10 m.
- Is the Noronha Scaly Blenny dangerous to divers?
- The Noronha Scaly Blenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Noronha Scaly Blenny get?
- The Noronha Scaly Blenny grows to about 4.5 cm.