Monocle Coralblenny
Ecsenius monoculus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–7 m
- Max size: 5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This little coralblenny lives in shallow water no deeper than about ten metres, alone or in loose groups on steep algae covered gutters. The female cements sticky eggs to the reef, and the larvae drift in shallow water before settling.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Ecsenius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277667.
FAQ
- How deep does the Monocle Coralblenny live?
- The Monocle Coralblenny (Ecsenius monoculus) is typically found at 0–7 m.
- Is the Monocle Coralblenny dangerous to divers?
- The Monocle Coralblenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Monocle Coralblenny get?
- The Monocle Coralblenny grows to about 5 cm.