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The Florida blenny (Chasmodes saburrae) is a brackish-water fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The Florida blenny is a small blenny of the family Blenniidae from the western Atlantic, along the coast of Florida and the Gulf of Mexico. The species has an elongate, scaleless, brown-green body with a long, continuous dorsal fin and reaches about 10 cm. It stays among oyster clumps on mangrove roots and sea walls and tolerates brackish water. The diet consists of algae and small invertebrates. The male guards the adhesive eggs, which are attached to the substrate; the larvae are planktonic. Because of its small size the species has no fishery value.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Florida blenny?
The Florida blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Lives in oyster clumps on mangrove roots and quay walls; the male guards the sticky eggs.
Where does the Florida blenny live?
The Florida blenny lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Western Atlantic, along Florida and the Gulf of Mexico.
How big does the Florida blenny get?
The Florida blenny grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Florida blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Florida blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Florida blenny edible?
The Florida blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Chasmodes
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