The Midas blenny (Ecsenius midas) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Description
The Midas blenny is a small combtooth blenny (Blenniidae) from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 13 cm and has an elongate, scaleless body with a blunt head. It has a golden-yellow, slender body and a forked tail and swims among schools of fusiliers, which it mimics. 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 Midas blenny?
The Midas blenny has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly yellow-gold.
Where does the Midas blenny live?
The Midas blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Midas blenny get?
The Midas blenny grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Midas blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Midas blenny is harmless to humans.
Is the Midas blenny edible?
Yes, the Midas blenny is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Ecsenius
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