Leopard Blenniella
Blenniella leopardus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–2 m
- Max size: 6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small blenny of the intertidal zone, the leopard blenniella turns up in shallow sand pools between limestone outcrops scattered with coral fragments. It lays adhesive eggs on the bottom, and the larvae drift in coastal shallows.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Blenniella
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278564.
FAQ
- How deep does the Leopard Blenniella live?
- The Leopard Blenniella (Blenniella leopardus) is typically found at 0–2 m.
- Is the Leopard Blenniella dangerous to divers?
- The Leopard Blenniella is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Leopard Blenniella get?
- The Leopard Blenniella grows to about 6 cm.