Spotted-Head Triplefin
Enneapterygius sericus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 5–20 m
- Max size: 2.5 cm
- For divers: safe
A tiny triplefin of exposed shallow rocky reefs, usually shallower than five metres, that perches on top of rocks coated in short algae rather than on the vertical faces its relatives prefer. It grows to only about three centimetres and spawns in the cooler waters of late winter and spring.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Tripterygiidae › Enneapterygius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1744249.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotted-Head Triplefin live?
- The Spotted-Head Triplefin (Enneapterygius sericus) is typically found at 5–20 m.
- Is the Spotted-Head Triplefin dangerous to divers?
- The Spotted-Head Triplefin is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spotted-Head Triplefin get?
- The Spotted-Head Triplefin grows to about 2.5 cm.