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The Rockpool blenny (Entomacrodus vomerinus) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The Atlantic rockskipper is a blenny (Blenniidae) from the western Atlantic Ocean. The species is small and has a scaleless, mottled body with crossbars and small skin flaps (cirri) on the head. Adults live in rock pools and sheltered parts of the intertidal zone. 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 Rockpool blenny?
The Rockpool blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Marbled with small vertical bars and cirri; grazes algae in rock pools of the intertidal zone.
Where does the Rockpool blenny live?
The Rockpool blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Western Atlantic; rock pools and intertidal zone.
How big does the Rockpool blenny get?
The Rockpool blenny grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Rockpool blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Rockpool blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Rockpool blenny edible?
The Rockpool blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Entomacrodus
More from the family Blenniidae
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