Striped klipfish
📖 Overview
Striped klipfish (Blennophis striatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Clinidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 17.5 cm. 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
Dorsal spines (total): 40 - 45; Dorsal soft rays (total): 2 - 4; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 28 - 31. Juveniles whitish with dark longitudinal stripes which become faint in adults; adults with light-edged dark ocellus on shoulder .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Striped klipfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Striped klipfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Striped klipfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Subtropical Southeast Atlantic: Saldanha Bay to East London in South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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