Brazil Blenny
Hypleurochilus brasil
- Group: Blenny
- Typical depth: 3–15 m
- Max size: 3.1 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: EN
A three centimetre blenny found alone or in small groups on rocky reefs off Brazil, tucked into holes or sheltering among sea urchins and sponges. It glues its eggs to the bottom and the larvae drift off as plankton, and it is listed as Endangered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Blenniidae › Hypleurochilus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 835048.
FAQ
- How deep does the Brazil Blenny live?
- The Brazil Blenny (Hypleurochilus brasil) is typically found at 3–15 m.
- Is the Brazil Blenny dangerous to divers?
- The Brazil Blenny is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Brazil Blenny get?
- The Brazil Blenny grows to about 3.1 cm.