Fin's Fish Guide
The Phallic blenny (Starksia spinipenis) is a saltwater fish of the family Labrisomidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The Phallic blenny is a small blenny (Labrisomidae) from shallow reef water of the eastern Pacific, around the Galapagos and Central America. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a slender, brown with dark crossbars body with a pointed head and small skin flaps above the eyes. As a bottom-dweller it shelters among coral, sponges and rock crevices and snaps at small crustaceans and worms. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Phallic blenny?
The Phallic blenny has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Phallic blenny live?
The Phallic blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North America: Mexico
How big does the Phallic blenny get?
The Phallic blenny grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Phallic blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Phallic 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.
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Same genus Starksia
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