Throatspotted blenny
📖 Overview
Throatspotted blenny (Malacoctenus tetranemus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Labrisomidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 6 and 23 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, 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 Throatspotted blenny is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
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🦐 Diet
Diet information for Throatspotted blenny is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Throatspotted blenny is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 6 - 23 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Chameleon Clinid · throatspotted blenny |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Blenia Moteada · Clínido Cameleón · trambollo pintado |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blennius tetranemus | Cope | 1877 | Synonym |
| Labrisomus afuerae | Hildebrand | 1946 | Synonym |
| Malacoctenus afuerae | Hildebrand | 1946 | Synonym |
| Malacoctenus afuerae multipunctatus | Springer | 1959 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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