The Randall's blenny (Ecsenius randalli) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
Randall's blenny is a combtooth blenny (Blenniidae) from shallow reef water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, scaleless body with a blunt head, high-set eyes and often a fine colour pattern. With comb-like teeth it rasps algae and biofilm from coral and rock. As a lively bottom-dweller it darts in and out of holes and empty worm tubes. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Randall's blenny?
The Randall's blenny has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Randall's blenny live?
The Randall's blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Randall's blenny get?
The Randall's blenny grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Randall's blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Randall's blenny is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Ecsenius
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