Coryphopterus lipernes

Blennies/Gobies

Peppermint gobby
Pfefferminzgrundel
Pepermuntgrondel
Gobie à masque bleu
Góbido crystal, Gobio linterna

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
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 10 and 40 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 3 cm
The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.
The animal is a protogynous transsexual

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!