Western Jumping Blenny
Lepidoblennius marmoratus
- Group: Blenny
- Typical depth: 0–3 m
- Max size: 11.4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small blenny of exposed intertidal and subtidal rock, the western jumping blenny clings to algae covered surfaces in very shallow water. It grows to about eleven centimetres and skips between pools when the tide drops.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Tripterygiidae › Lepidoblennius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281289.
FAQ
- How deep does the Western Jumping Blenny live?
- The Western Jumping Blenny (Lepidoblennius marmoratus) is typically found at 0–3 m.
- Is the Western Jumping Blenny dangerous to divers?
- The Western Jumping Blenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Western Jumping Blenny get?
- The Western Jumping Blenny grows to about 11.4 cm.