Hawaiian Blackhead Triplefin
Enneapterygius atriceps
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–23 m
- Max size: 2.6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny triplefin of Hawaiian reefs, barely three centimetres, that clings to dead coral, rubble and rock where the surge runs strong. The female anchors her sticky eggs in algae on the nest, and the larvae drift in shallow nearshore water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Tripterygiidae › Enneapterygius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277298.
FAQ
- How deep does the Hawaiian Blackhead Triplefin live?
- The Hawaiian Blackhead Triplefin (Enneapterygius atriceps) is typically found at 1–23 m.
- Is the Hawaiian Blackhead Triplefin dangerous to divers?
- The Hawaiian Blackhead Triplefin is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Hawaiian Blackhead Triplefin get?
- The Hawaiian Blackhead Triplefin grows to about 2.6 cm.