Fin's Fish Guide
The Green blenny (Scartichthys viridis) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
The green blenny is a blenny from the southeast Pacific, along the coast of Peru and Chile. The species grows to about 20 cm and has a stocky, greenish to brownish body with a blunt head and comb-like teeth. As a bottom-dweller it stays on rocky coastal reefs and in tide pools and grazes mainly algae, supplemented with small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Green blenny?
The Green blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly green and shows a marbled pattern. Blunt head with comb-like teeth; algae-grazing intertidal dweller
Where does the Green blenny live?
The Green blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Southeast Pacific
How big does the Green blenny get?
The Green blenny grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Green blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Green blenny is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Green blenny edible?
The Green blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Scartichthys
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