Segmented Blenny
Salarias segmentatus
- Group: Blenny
- Typical depth: 0–12 m
- Max size: 11 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small blenny of shallow lagoon reefs, the segmented blenny sits alone on coral outcrops and algae covered rubble. It scrapes algae from around the bases of corals, and glues its eggs to the reef on a small adhesive pad.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Salarias
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278377.
FAQ
- How deep does the Segmented Blenny live?
- The Segmented Blenny (Salarias segmentatus) is typically found at 0–12 m.
- Is the Segmented Blenny dangerous to divers?
- The Segmented Blenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Segmented Blenny get?
- The Segmented Blenny grows to about 11 cm.