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The Flapscale blenny (Paraclinus sini) is a saltwater fish of the family Labrisomidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The flapscale blenny is a small blenny-like fish of the family Labrisomidae from the eastern Pacific, including the Gulf of California. The species is slender, grows to only a few centimetres, and inhabits shallow rocky and vegetated coastal waters, where it shelters among stones, weed and seagrass; its colour provides camouflage. On the bottom it forages on small invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Flapscale blenny?
The Flapscale blenny has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Small, camouflaged reef fish of rocky and seagrass bottoms of the Gulf of California.
Where does the Flapscale blenny live?
The Flapscale blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific; shallow rocky and vegetated coastal waters.
How big does the Flapscale blenny get?
The Flapscale blenny grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Flapscale blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Flapscale blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Flapscale blenny edible?
The Flapscale blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Paraclinus
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