Shirley's Coralblenny
Ecsenius shirleyae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–12 m
- Max size: 2.8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A thumb sized coralblenny of sheltered reefs, it sticks to the calm water between three and twelve metres. Its eggs adhere to the bottom on a small pad while the hatched larvae rise into shallow coastal plankton.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Ecsenius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277684.
FAQ
- How deep does the Shirley's Coralblenny live?
- The Shirley's Coralblenny (Ecsenius shirleyae) is typically found at 3–12 m.
- Is the Shirley's Coralblenny dangerous to divers?
- The Shirley's Coralblenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Shirley's Coralblenny get?
- The Shirley's Coralblenny grows to about 2.8 cm.