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The Mangrove blenny (Lupinoblennius paivai) is a brackish-water fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The mangrove blenny is a small combtooth blenny (Blenniidae) from shallow brackish and coastal water of mangroves and estuaries of eastern South America. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a scaleless, stocky, brown-marbled body with a blunt head and high-set eyes. As a bottom-dweller it shelters among roots, stones and in small holes and rasps algae and biofilm with comb-like teeth. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Mangrove blenny?
The Mangrove blenny has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Mangrove blenny live?
The Mangrove blenny lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. South America: Brazil
How big does the Mangrove blenny get?
The Mangrove blenny grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Mangrove blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Mangrove 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.
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Same genus Lupinoblennius
More from the family Blenniidae
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