Forktail Blenny
Meiacanthus atrodorsalis
- Group: Blenny
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 11 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A blenny that drifts along slopes and drop offs in lagoon and seaward reefs, feeding on zooplankton and small bottom invertebrates. Its venomous fangs make it unpalatable to predators, so it swims about with unusual confidence for such a small fish.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Meiacanthus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279304.
FAQ
- How deep does the Forktail Blenny live?
- The Forktail Blenny (Meiacanthus atrodorsalis) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Forktail Blenny dangerous to divers?
- The Forktail Blenny can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Forktail Blenny get?
- The Forktail Blenny grows to about 11 cm.