Ocular Coralblenny
Ecsenius oculatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–12 m
- Max size: 4.7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small blenny of coral reefs down to about twelve metres, it perches on the bottom and grazes the surface film with comblike teeth. The male guards sticky eggs while the larvae drift off into coastal water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Ecsenius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277670.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ocular Coralblenny live?
- The Ocular Coralblenny (Ecsenius oculatus) is typically found at 2–12 m.
- Is the Ocular Coralblenny dangerous to divers?
- The Ocular Coralblenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Ocular Coralblenny get?
- The Ocular Coralblenny grows to about 4.7 cm.