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The Peruvian blenny (Hypsoblennius sordidus) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 19 cm.
Description
The Peruvian blenny is a small blenny from the southeast Pacific, along the coast of Peru and Chile. The species grows to about 19 cm and has a stocky, scaleless body with a blunt head and small comb-like teeth. As a bottom-dweller it stays on rocky tidal coasts and in pools and grazes on algae and small invertebrates. Males guard the egg clutch in a hole. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Peruvian blenny?
The Peruvian blenny has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Blunt head with comb-like teeth; male guards the eggs in a burrow
Where does the Peruvian blenny live?
The Peruvian blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Southeast Pacific
How big does the Peruvian blenny get?
The Peruvian blenny grows to a maximum of about 19 cm.
Is the Peruvian blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Peruvian 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 Peruvian blenny edible?
The Peruvian blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Hypsoblennius
More from the family Blenniidae
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