Parablennius gattorugine

Blennies/Gobies

  • Tompot blenny
  • Gestreifter Schleimfisch
  • Gehoornde slijmvis
  • Blennie gattorugine
  • Cabruza
  • Bavosa gattorugine

Distribution

  • The temperate Atlantic
  • 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 on or close to the seafloor.
  • The species can be found between 0 and 30 Meters.
  • Very common species.
  • Imitates a rock or a coral.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally solitary
  • Imitates a rock or a coral.
  • The animal is aggressive and may attack

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 30 cm
  • Maximum age known : 9 year(s)
  • 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 is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.