Fin's Fish Guide
The Brokenbar blenny (Starksia smithvanizi) is a saltwater fish of the family Labrisomidae that grows up to 2 cm.
North America: Antigua Barbuda, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Puerto Rico, Virgin Is. (US)
Description
Smith-Vaniz's blenny is a very small blenny (Labrisomidae) from the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species stays about 2 cm long and has an elongate, pale body with a row of broken dark crossbars. As a bottom-dweller it shelters in crevices, holes and among coral rubble of shallow reefs and snaps at small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brokenbar blenny?
The Brokenbar blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly white and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Brokenbar blenny live?
The Brokenbar blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. North America: Antigua Barbuda, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Puerto Rico, Virgin Is. (US)
How big does the Brokenbar blenny get?
The Brokenbar blenny grows to a maximum of about 2 cm.
Is the Brokenbar blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Brokenbar 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.
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Same genus Starksia
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