Goldline Blenny
Malacoctenus aurolineatus
Also known as: Caribbean Blenny, Labrisomid Blenny, Scaly Blenny
- Caribbean Blenny
- Labrisomid Blenny
- Scaly Blenny
Overview
Found singly, resting on their Pectoral and Dorsal Fins, blending in with the background, over limestone rock and rubble areas, of shallow coral reefs, often close to sea urchins.
Not afraid of divers but will retreat if threatened.
Males and females differ in colour as well as the males have a more elongated fore-Dorsal Fin.
Scaly Blennies are found in various habitats perched on their fins and usually blending in with their surroundings.
Males and females often have different colouring and features.
Most are unafraid and don't move unless they feel threatened.
How to identify
Habitat & where to find it
- Range · Western Atlantic, Caribbean
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Found singly, resting on their Pectoral and Dorsal Fins, blending in with the background, over limestone rock and rubble areas, of shallow coral reefs, often close to sea urchins.
Adult photos 2
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