Bluethroat Pikeblenny
Chaenopsis ocellata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–5 m
- Max size: 12.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A slim, territorial blenny that takes over abandoned worm tubes in seagrass beds of turbid inshore waters, poking out only its head. Males defend their tubes fiercely and flare a bright blue throat in display and threat. It is usually found alone, anchored to its chosen tube.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Chaenopsidae › Chaenopsis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280107.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bluethroat Pikeblenny live?
- The Bluethroat Pikeblenny (Chaenopsis ocellata) is typically found at 1–5 m.
- Is the Bluethroat Pikeblenny dangerous to divers?
- The Bluethroat Pikeblenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bluethroat Pikeblenny get?
- The Bluethroat Pikeblenny grows to about 12.5 cm.