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The Delta pikeblenny (Chaenopsis deltarrhis) is a saltwater fish of the family Chaenopsidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The Delta pikeblenny is a pikeblenny (Chaenopsidae) from shallow reef and seagrass water of the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a very slender, elongate body with a large mouth and long dorsal and anal fins. It occupies an abandoned worm tube or empty shell, projects only its head and darts out at passing zooplankton; males flare their large mouth in courtship display. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Delta pikeblenny?
The Delta pikeblenny has a snake-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Delta pikeblenny live?
The Delta pikeblenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. North America: Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama
How big does the Delta pikeblenny get?
The Delta pikeblenny grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Delta pikeblenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Delta pikeblenny 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 Chaenopsis
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