Hancock's blenny
📖 Overview
Hancock's blenny (Acanthemblemaria hancocki) is a ray-finned fish of the family Chaenopsidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 1 and 5 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Hancock's blenny is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hancock's blenny is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 1 - 5 m . Tropical; 24°N - 5°N, 113°W - 76°W Central Pacific: Costa Rica and Panama.
🌿 Ecology
zooplankton
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | blenny de hancock · Hancock's Blenny |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Tubícula-de-Hancock |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Tubícola de Hancock |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 6 records indexed .
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