The Cocos snakeblenny (Halidesmus coccus) is a saltwater fish of the family Pseudochromidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The Cocos snakeblenny is a snake blenny (Plesiopidae) from shallow rocky and reef water of the western Indian Ocean off southern Africa. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a very slender, elongate, red-brown body with a long, continuous dorsal and anal fin. As a cryptic, nocturnal bottom-dweller it wriggles among stones, crevices and weed and snaps at small crustaceans and worms. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Cocos snakeblenny?
The Cocos snakeblenny has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Cocos snakeblenny live?
The Cocos snakeblenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Cocos snakeblenny get?
The Cocos snakeblenny grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Cocos snakeblenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Cocos snakeblenny is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Halidesmus
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