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The Highfin blenny (Lupinoblennius nicholsi) is a brackish-water fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The highfin blenny is a blenny (Blenniidae) from the western Atlantic Ocean. The species is small, has a blunt head profile and a scaleless body. It inhabits shallow, brackish coastal waters and estuaries, where it shelters in cracks, empty shells and holes. It grazes algae and picks small bottom invertebrates. The eggs are adhesive, attached to a surface and guarded by the male. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Highfin blenny?
The Highfin blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Blunt head profile; territorial brackish-water blenny in which the male guards the sticky eggs.
Where does the Highfin blenny live?
The Highfin blenny lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Atlantic; shallow brackish coastal waters.
How big does the Highfin blenny get?
The Highfin blenny grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Highfin blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Highfin blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Highfin blenny edible?
The Highfin blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Lupinoblennius
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