Large-Banded Blenny
Ophioblennius steindachneri
- Group: Blenny
- Typical depth: 0–18 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A blenny of the surge zone along steep, exposed rocky headlands, it wedges into crevices near the surface and darts out to defend its patch. Comb like front teeth let it scrape algae and sessile invertebrates by day, and its sticky eggs are stuck to the bottom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Ophioblennius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273126.
FAQ
- How deep does the Large-Banded Blenny live?
- The Large-Banded Blenny (Ophioblennius steindachneri) is typically found at 0–18 m.
- Is the Large-Banded Blenny dangerous to divers?
- The Large-Banded Blenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Large-Banded Blenny get?
- The Large-Banded Blenny grows to about 18 cm.