Twin Fangblenny
Meiacanthus geminatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–15 m
- Max size: 4.7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This little fangblenny carries venom grooved fangs in its lower jaw and lives alone on sheltered coastal reefs, often beside a cardinalfish that mimics its colours. The male guards sticky eggs on the bottom, and the larvae drift off into coastal water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Meiacanthus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279309.
FAQ
- How deep does the Twin Fangblenny live?
- The Twin Fangblenny (Meiacanthus geminatus) is typically found at 1–15 m.
- Is the Twin Fangblenny dangerous to divers?
- The Twin Fangblenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Twin Fangblenny get?
- The Twin Fangblenny grows to about 4.7 cm.