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The Trichonis blenny (Salaria economidisi) is a freshwater fish of the family Blenniidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Endemic to Lake Trichonis, the largest lake in Greece, on stony and gravel-rich shores of fresh water.
Description
The Trichonis blenny is a stocky, scaleless rock fish of the family Blenniidae reaching about 8 cm, notable as one of the few blennies living exclusively in fresh water. The brownish to greenish body bears a few dark cross-bars, and the male has a steep head. The species is endemic to Lake Trichonis, the largest lake in Greece, where it lives on stony and gravelly shores. As an omnivore it grazes algae and seeks small crustaceans, worms and molluscs among the stones. The male defends a cavity under a stone and guards the clutch in it until it hatches. Because of its very limited range and pressure on the lake it is assessed as Endangered (EN).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Trichonis blenny?
The Trichonis blenny is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern. One of the few freshwater blennies; stocky little rock fish with a steep head and a few dark vertical bars, endemic to a Greek lake.
Where does the Trichonis blenny live?
The Trichonis blenny lives in fresh water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Endemic to Lake Trichonis, the largest lake in Greece, on stony and gravel-rich shores of fresh water.
How big does the Trichonis blenny get?
The Trichonis blenny grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Trichonis blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Trichonis blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Trichonis blenny edible?
The Trichonis blenny is not usually eaten.
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