Fin's Fish Guide
The Banner blenny (Emblemaria atlantica) is a saltwater fish of the family Chaenopsidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The banner blenny is a small tube blenny from the western Atlantic, known from Bermuda, Georgia and the northeastern Gulf of Mexico. It grows to about 8 cm and has an elongate, scaleless body without a lateral line; males carry a long cirrus above the eye. In Bermuda it occurs in the intertidal zone, in the United States in deeper water to 110 metres. The fish lives withdrawn in empty worm tubes, from which it picks zooplankton out of the water. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Banner blenny?
The Banner blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Males with a long fringed filament above the eye; inhabits empty tubeworm tubes
Where does the Banner blenny live?
The Banner blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Atlantic
How big does the Banner blenny get?
The Banner blenny grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Banner blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Banner blenny is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Banner blenny edible?
The Banner blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Emblemaria
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