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Aquatic Life > Fish > Panamic Fanged Blennie | |
Panamic Fanged Blennie Panamic Fanged Blennies reach a maximum length of 7" and are normally found in the first 50' of the water column around rocky reefs in the surge zone. They are diurnal, feeding primarily on algae and very small invertebrates. The blenniidaes are small bottom dwelling fishes that are characterized by a combination of an elongated body and a long based dorsal fin with fewer spines than soft rays. The diet of most consists of algae. They lay demersal eggs which are guarded by the male until hatching. At present there are 29 known species of Blennidae of which 7 are found in Mexican waters. The Panamic Fanged Blenny is the sole member of the Ophioblennius Genus. | |
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| Family: | Combtooth Blenny |
| Features: | The Panamic Fanged Blenny is generally dark brown in coloration but often has yellowish bars on the head and anterior part of the body. There is also a characteristic brown spot found behind the eyes. |
| Size: | Reach a maximum length of 7". |
| Cautions: | None |
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