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The Twinhorn blenny (Coralliozetus cardonae) is a saltwater fish of the family Chaenopsidae that grows up to 9 cm.
North America: Bahamas, Belize, Virgin Is. (UK), Colombia, Honduras, Curaçao I. and others
Description
The twinhorn blenny is a small blenny (Chaenopsidae) from the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species grows to about 9 cm and has an elongate body and a head with a pair of horn-like projections above the eyes. It occupies abandoned worm tubes and bore holes in coral and rock, from which only the head protrudes, and snaps at small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Twinhorn blenny?
The Twinhorn blenny has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Twinhorn blenny live?
The Twinhorn blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. North America: Bahamas, Belize, Virgin Is. (UK), Colombia, Honduras, Curaçao I. and others
How big does the Twinhorn blenny get?
The Twinhorn blenny grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Twinhorn blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Twinhorn 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 Coralliozetus
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