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The Striped blenny (Parablennius rouxi) is a saltwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Mediterranean Sea and the adjacent eastern Atlantic, on shallow rocky and stony bottoms.
Description
The striped blenny is a small, scaleless rock fish of the family Blenniidae reaching about 8 cm. Characteristic is the sharp black lengthwise stripe running from the snout through the eye to the tail over a pale, white-grey body; above each eye sits a small, feathery skin flap. The species lives on shallow rock and stone bottoms of the Mediterranean and the adjacent eastern Atlantic, sheltering in crevices, empty shells and worm tubes. As a bottom-dweller it hunts small crustaceans and invertebrates. The male defends a shelter and guards the eggs laid in it. Because of its striking stripe it is a favourite subject for underwater photographers.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Striped blenny?
The Striped blenny has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly white and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Small, pale blenny with one sharp, black longitudinal stripe from the snout to the tail and a small, feathered flap above the eye.
Where does the Striped blenny live?
The Striped blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Mediterranean Sea and the adjacent eastern Atlantic, on shallow rocky and stony bottoms.
How big does the Striped blenny get?
The Striped blenny grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Striped blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Striped blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Striped blenny edible?
The Striped blenny is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Parablennius
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