Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Blenniinae |
6 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
demersal; marine |
Western Indian Ocean: Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, and Pakistan. |
Dorsal spines (total): 12-12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 20-21; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 22-23 |
Oviparous. Eggs are demersal and adhesive (Ref. 205), and are attached to the substrate via a filamentous, adhesive pad or pedestal (Ref. 94114). Larvae are planktonic, often found in shallow, coastal waters (Ref. 94114). |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 27 March 2009 (D2) Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
Museum: Jask, Mekran Coast, BMNH 1904.5.25.94. |
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