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The Notchfin blenny (Entomacrodus chiostictus) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The spotted rockskipper is a blenny (Blenniidae) from the eastern Pacific. The species is small and has a scaleless, mottled body with fine spots and small skin flaps (cirri) on the head. Adults inhabit shallow, weed-covered rocky reefs and tide pools. Between waves it scurries over the rocks and grazes algae and diatoms. It is oviparous; the eggs adhere to the substrate. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Notchfin blenny?
The Notchfin blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Marbled with cirri on the head; grazes algae between the waves in the intertidal zone.
Where does the Notchfin blenny live?
The Notchfin blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Eastern Pacific; shallow weedy rocky reefs and tide pools.
How big does the Notchfin blenny get?
The Notchfin blenny grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Notchfin blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Notchfin blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Notchfin blenny edible?
The Notchfin blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Entomacrodus
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