rusty blenny
| Scientific name | Parablennius sanguinolentus |
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| Descriptor | Pallas |
| Year of description | 1814 |
| IUCN category (World) | LC |
| Family | Blenniidae |
| Genus | Parablennius |
Introduction
Parablennius sanguinolentus, commonly known as rusty blenny, is a salt water fish.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size13 cm
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Maximum size20 cm
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ShapeRectangular
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Mimicrystone
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Average size13 cm
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Maximum size20 cm
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ShapeRectangular
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Mimicrystone
How to recognize the rusty blenny ?
The rusty blenny measures between 13 and 20 cm. This fish is multicolore with a predominantly marron and beige body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietherbivorous
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
The rusty blenny is a fish solitary naturally found in the vegetation. This species is herbivorous .
In a constant quest for dominance, the dominant males of this species cannot stand each other. The battle between two individuals can be intense and violent. It will result in the submission and sometimes even death of one of the protagonists.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond sur substrat caché
The rusty blenny is a fish ovipare qui pond sur substrat caché.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Depth0 - 5 m
Biotope presentation
The rusty blenny is most often found at a depth between 0m and 5m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
Fishkeeping
Not recommended
We do not recommend keeping this species in an aquarium. It has unpredictable needs which, if not met, generate significant stress, potentially leading to a shorter life expectancy, an interruption of its growth or the development of pathogens.
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