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The Many-toothed blenny (Ecsenius mandibularis) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The manytooth combtooth blenny is a small blenny from the western Indian Ocean, including off East Africa. The species grows to about 8 cm and has an elongate, brownish body with fine stripes and a blunt head. As a reef-dweller it often perches with its pelvic fins on coral and rock and rasps algal mat and aufwuchs from the bottom with its comb-like mouth full of fine teeth. The fish is harmless to humans and has no commercial value. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Many-toothed blenny?
The Many-toothed blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Comb-toothed mouth full of fine teeth; algae-rasping reef blenny
Where does the Many-toothed blenny live?
The Many-toothed blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Indian Ocean
How big does the Many-toothed blenny get?
The Many-toothed blenny grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Many-toothed blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Many-toothed 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 Many-toothed blenny edible?
The Many-toothed blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Ecsenius
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