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The Giant blenny (Scartichthys gigas) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The giant blenny is a blenny (Blenniidae) from the southeastern Pacific. For a blenny the species is fairly large; it has an elongate, scaleless body with a blunt head profile and tentacles above the eyes. It inhabits rocky coasts in the intertidal zone and just below. With its comb-like teeth it rasps mainly algae and seaweed from the surface of rocks, supplemented with small molluscs and crustaceans. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Giant blenny?
The Giant blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Fairly large, algae-rasping blenny with small crests above the eyes; of rocky tidal coasts.
Where does the Giant blenny live?
The Giant blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Southeast Pacific; rocky intertidal shores.
How big does the Giant blenny get?
The Giant blenny grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Giant blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Giant blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Giant blenny edible?
The Giant blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Scartichthys
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