Rusty Scaly Blenny
Malacoctenus zaluari
- Group: Blenny
- Typical depth: 1–15 m
- Max size: 4.7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny labrisomid blenny no longer than your thumb, the rusty scaly blenny tucks into shallow reefs and tide pools where the water runs clear. It picks small bottom living invertebrates off the rock and rubble.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Labrisomidae › Malacoctenus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1493759.
FAQ
- How deep does the Rusty Scaly Blenny live?
- The Rusty Scaly Blenny (Malacoctenus zaluari) is typically found at 1–15 m.
- Is the Rusty Scaly Blenny dangerous to divers?
- The Rusty Scaly Blenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Rusty Scaly Blenny get?
- The Rusty Scaly Blenny grows to about 4.7 cm.