Coryphoblennius galerita

Blennies/Gobies

Montagu's blenny
Amphibischer Schleimfisch
Montagu's slijmvis
Blennie coiffé
Moma
Bavosa galletto

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 found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 0 and 2 Meters.
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 rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 10 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

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!