The Yellow fangblenny (Plagiotremus flavus) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The yellow fangblenny is a sabretooth blenny (Blenniidae) from shallow coral-reef water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a very slender, yellowish body and a pair of large canine teeth in the lower jaw. It feeds on skin mucus and scales that it bites from larger fish and shelters between attacks in empty tubeworm tubes. It may occasionally deliver a small, harmless nip to divers, but is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yellow fangblenny?
The Yellow fangblenny has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly yellow-gold.
Where does the Yellow fangblenny live?
The Yellow fangblenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Yellow fangblenny get?
The Yellow fangblenny grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Yellow fangblenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Yellow fangblenny is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Plagiotremus
More from the family Blenniidae
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