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The Notchbrow blenny (Hypsoblennius gilberti) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 17 cm.
Eastern Pacific off California and Mexico; intertidal zone and rocky terrain.
Description
The rockpool blenny is a blenny (Blenniidae) from the eastern Pacific off the coast of California and Mexico. The species grows to about 17 cm and has an elongate, scaleless body with a blunt head and crest-like skin flaps above the eyes. Adults are common in the intertidal zone, where they defend a fixed shelter and show strong homing behaviour, and also in deeper rocky terrain. They feed on small benthic invertebrates and algae. They are demersal spawners: the adhesive eggs attach to the bottom and are guarded by the male. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Notchbrow blenny?
The Notchbrow blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Crest-like skin flaps above the eyes; strong homing behaviour; the male guards the eggs.
Where does the Notchbrow blenny live?
The Notchbrow blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific off California and Mexico; intertidal zone and rocky terrain.
How big does the Notchbrow blenny get?
The Notchbrow blenny grows to a maximum of about 17 cm.
Is the Notchbrow blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Notchbrow blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Notchbrow blenny edible?
The Notchbrow blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Hypsoblennius
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