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The Norman's blenny (Blennius normani) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Eastern Atlantic along the coast of West Africa, among rocks, crevices and biofilm of shallow coastal water.
Description
Norman's blenny is a small, scaleless blenny of the family Blenniidae (combtooth blennies) reaching about 11 cm. The brownish body with faint vertical bars has a blunt, high little head, often with small skin flaps (tentacles) above the eyes. Like other blennies the species has no scales but a slimy skin and usually sits on the bottom, resting on its pectoral fins. It lives among rocks, holes and growth of shallow coastal water along the West African coast, where it defends a territory. It grazes algae and picks small crustaceans and growth from the bottom. The male guards the eggs in a crevice or empty shell. Because of its small size it has no fishery value.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Norman's blenny?
The Norman's blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Small, scaleless blenny with a blunt head, often with skin flaps (tentacles) above the eyes; a bottom-dweller of rock crevices.
Where does the Norman's blenny live?
The Norman's blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Eastern Atlantic along the coast of West Africa, among rocks, crevices and biofilm of shallow coastal water.
How big does the Norman's blenny get?
The Norman's blenny grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Norman's blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Norman's blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Norman's blenny edible?
The Norman's blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Blennius
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