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The Reefsand blenny (Ekemblemaria myersi) is a saltwater fish of the family Chaenopsidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Eastern Pacific; rocky outcrops in sand and weed areas, from the Gulf of California to Ecuador.
Description
Myers' signal blenny is a small bottom fish of the tube blenny family (Chaenopsidae) from the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 7 cm and has an elongate, scaleless body with fringes above the eyes. It occupies empty tubes of polychaete worms and molluscs on rocky outcrops in sand and weed areas, protruding only its head. As a small ambush predator it seizes passing invertebrates and zooplankton. Males defend their tube home and use conspicuous fin movements as a signal. The male guards the eggs in the tube. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Reefsand blenny?
The Reefsand blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Lives in empty worm tubes with only the head sticking out; males signal with conspicuous fin movements.
Where does the Reefsand blenny live?
The Reefsand blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific; rocky outcrops in sand and weed areas, from the Gulf of California to Ecuador.
How big does the Reefsand blenny get?
The Reefsand blenny grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Reefsand blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Reefsand blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Reefsand blenny edible?
The Reefsand blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Ekemblemaria
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