Throatspotted Blenny
Malacoctenus tetranemus
- Group: Blenny
- Typical depth: 6–23 m
- Max size: 7.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small blenny of rocky boulder strewn shores, the throatspotted blenny favours tide pools and shallow water close to the surge. It grows no longer than a finger.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Labrisomidae › Malacoctenus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281502.
FAQ
- How deep does the Throatspotted Blenny live?
- The Throatspotted Blenny (Malacoctenus tetranemus) is typically found at 6–23 m.
- Is the Throatspotted Blenny dangerous to divers?
- The Throatspotted Blenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Throatspotted Blenny get?
- The Throatspotted Blenny grows to about 7.5 cm.