Mock Blenny
Labrisomus cricota
- Group: Blenny
- Typical depth: 0–4 m
- Max size: 9.3 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small reef fish of rocky algae covered bottoms, this labrisomid blenny forages on amphipods and other tiny crustaceans hiding in the weed. Males defend territories and likely tend harems, the head and front of the body flushing red through the breeding season.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Labrisomidae › Labrisomus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281249.
FAQ
- How deep does the Mock Blenny live?
- The Mock Blenny (Labrisomus cricota) is typically found at 0–4 m.
- Is the Mock Blenny dangerous to divers?
- The Mock Blenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Mock Blenny get?
- The Mock Blenny grows to about 9.3 cm.