Striped Coralblenny
Ecsenius prooculis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–10 m
- Max size: 4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small coralblenny of sheltered lagoon reefs, it sits alone or in loose groups between one and ten metres. Its adhesive eggs are anchored to the substrate on a tiny stalk, and the larvae spend their first days in the plankton.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Ecsenius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277679.
FAQ
- How deep does the Striped Coralblenny live?
- The Striped Coralblenny (Ecsenius prooculis) is typically found at 1–10 m.
- Is the Striped Coralblenny dangerous to divers?
- The Striped Coralblenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Striped Coralblenny get?
- The Striped Coralblenny grows to about 4 cm.