Valenciennea puellaris
Blennies/Gobies
Environment and movement of the diurnal species
- The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
- The species is generally motionless in its environment
- The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
- The species can be found between 2 and 30 Meters.
- Common species.
- Hides in the sand.
Environment and movement of the nocturnal species
- The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
- The species is generally motionless in its environment
- The species is found in a sheltered zone
General behaviour of the species
- The species is territorial
- Species generally living in a couple
- Hides in the sand.
- The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 20 cm
- The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :