The Whitelined coralblenny (Ecsenius melarchus) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Whitelined coralblenny is a small combtooth blenny (Blenniidae) from the western Pacific. The species grows to about 6 cm and has an elongate, scaleless body with a blunt head. A conspicuous dark line runs below the eye. As a bottom-dweller it perches on coral and rocky reefs, shelters in empty worm tubes and rasps algae and growth with comb-like teeth. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Whitelined coralblenny?
The Whitelined coralblenny has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Whitelined coralblenny live?
The Whitelined coralblenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Whitelined coralblenny get?
The Whitelined coralblenny grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Whitelined coralblenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Whitelined coralblenny is harmless to humans.
Is the Whitelined coralblenny edible?
Yes, the Whitelined coralblenny is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Ecsenius
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