The Gossamer blenny (Omobranchus ferox) is a brackish-water fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Gossamer blenny is a combtooth blenny (Blenniidae) from shallow coastal, brackish and estuarine water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a scaleless, stocky, brown-marbled body with a blunt head and high-set eyes. As a bottom-dweller it shelters in empty shells, oyster beds, holes and among stones and rasps algae and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Gossamer blenny?
The Gossamer blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Gossamer blenny live?
The Gossamer blenny lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Gossamer blenny get?
The Gossamer blenny grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Gossamer blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Gossamer blenny is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Omobranchus
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