Parablennius rouxi

Blennies/Gobies

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  • Long-striped blenny
  • Streifen-Schleimfisch
  • Blennie de Roux
  • Bavosa bianca

Distribution

  • The Mediterranean

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 at the bottom of a hole
  • The species can be found between 2 and 40 Meters.
  • Very common species.
  • Endemic species.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 8 cm
  • The animal is a grazer of algae.
  • Diet : Algae -

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!