Bay Blenny
Hypsoblennius gentilis
- Group: Blenny
- Typical depth: 0–25 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A territorial little blenny of intertidal shallows, the bay blenny defends its patch and picks at small benthic invertebrates and algae. The male takes charge of the eggs, which stick to the walls of his shelter until they hatch. It grows to about 15 centimetres and lives no deeper than around 25 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Hypsoblennius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276323.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bay Blenny live?
- The Bay Blenny (Hypsoblennius gentilis) is typically found at 0–25 m.
- Is the Bay Blenny dangerous to divers?
- The Bay Blenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bay Blenny get?
- The Bay Blenny grows to about 15 cm.