Arrowtooth Fangblenny
Plagiotremus iosodon
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–9 m
- Max size: 4.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
Known from only two specimens collected long ago off the Philippines, this fangblenny remains one of the most poorly documented of its group. What little is understood comes from its family, which lays sticky eggs on the bottom and sends larvae drifting into coastal water. Its status is listed as data deficient.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Plagiotremus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278237.
FAQ
- How deep does the Arrowtooth Fangblenny live?
- The Arrowtooth Fangblenny (Plagiotremus iosodon) is typically found at 3–9 m.
- Is the Arrowtooth Fangblenny dangerous to divers?
- The Arrowtooth Fangblenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Arrowtooth Fangblenny get?
- The Arrowtooth Fangblenny grows to about 4.5 cm.