Trichonotus setiger

Blennies/Gobies

  • Spotted sand-diver
  • Trichonotus tacheté

Distribution

  • The tropical Pacific
  • The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • 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 1 and 20 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species
  • Hides in the sand.

General behaviour of the species

  • Lives in large groups
  • Hides in the sand.
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 22 cm
  • The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.

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!