Blackcheek blenny
📖 Overview
Blackcheek blenny (Starksia lepicoelia) 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 3.4 cm. It occurs at depths between 8 and 20 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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): 19 - 20; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7 - 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 16 - 18; Vertebrae: 31 - 33.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blackcheek blenny is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Blackcheek blenny is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Blackcheek blenny is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 8 - 20 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 72 records indexed .
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