Glass blenny
📖 Overview
Occurs in a wide range of substrates, where photographs show this species mostly on live coral surfaces of all morphologies, but also common on sponges, gorgonians, and dead hard bottoms; with TP males occupying holes in live corals, dead corals, and sponges . Inhabits globose coral heads of Montastrea sp. and sea fans .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Glass blenny is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Glass blenny is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range ? - 20 m . Tropical; 26°N - 10°N, 99°W - 59°W
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Emblemariopsis Diaphana is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Glass blenny is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Glass blenny has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
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