| Family: |
Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Salariinae |
| Max. size: |
5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; marine |
| Distribution: |
Western Central Atlantic: Bahamas (Ref. 5521) and Cuba (Ref. 26340). |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 11-12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13-15; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 15-16. Gill opening extending ventrally to opposite 4th-7th pectoral-fin ray; segmented dorsal-fin rays 13-15; segmented pelvic-fin rays 3; last dorsal-fin spine 8.5-15.5% SL; dorsal-fin spines slender and flexible; elongate fleshy flap, which usually projects laterally, present posteriorly on lower lip; infraorbital bones 4. |
| Biology: |
Adults inhabit shallow rocky areas (Ref. 5521). Oviparous. Eggs are demersal and adhesive (Ref. 205), and are attached to the substrate via a filamentous, adhesive pad or pedestal (Ref. 94114). Larvae are planktonic, often found in shallow, coastal waters (Ref. 94114). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 18 October 2007 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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