Lipophrys pholis

Blennies/Gobies

  • Shanny
  • Schan
  • Slijmvis
  • Mordocet
  • Babosa crestada
  • Galeto d'Istria

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 8 Meters.
  • Very common species.

General behaviour of the species

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

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 30 cm
  • Maximum age known : 10 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : - Sea worms - Algae
  • The animal can show variable colouring

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!