| Family: |
Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Salariinae |
| Max. size: |
6.1 cm TL (male/unsexed); 6.23 cm TL (female) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 1 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Pacific: Fiji and Tonga. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 12-12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18-20; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 20-22. This species is distinct with the following characters: (18-)19-20 segmented dorsal fin rays; 20-21(-22) segmented anal fin rays; 3 segmented pelvic; simple supraorbital tentacle, fusiform; head and anterior half of body with round black spots of varying sizes; upper lip and anterior head with variable black spots or stripes (Ref. 76835). |
| 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: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 28 March 2009 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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