Hairytail Fangblenny
Meiacanthus crinitus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A fangblenny of sheltered bays and inlets, often among sponges in shallow water, found alone or in small loose gatherings. Like its relatives it carries a venomous bite in its lower jaw and anchors sticky eggs to the bottom by a small pedestal.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Meiacanthus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279306.
FAQ
- How deep does the Hairytail Fangblenny live?
- The Hairytail Fangblenny (Meiacanthus crinitus) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Hairytail Fangblenny dangerous to divers?
- The Hairytail Fangblenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Hairytail Fangblenny get?
- The Hairytail Fangblenny grows to about 10 cm.