Andamia expansa Blyth, 1858

Family:  Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Salariinae
Max. size:  7.7 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine
Distribution:  Eastern Indian Ocean: Andaman Islands.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Oviparous. Eggs are demersal and adhesive (Ref. 205), and are attached to the substrate via a filamentous, adhesive pad or pedestal (Ref. 94114). Larvae are planktonic, often found in shallow, coastal waters (Ref. 94114).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 23 March 2009 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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