Liparis pulchellus

Blennies/Gobies

  • Showy snailfish
  • Poisson-limace remarquable

Distribution

    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 found in a sheltered zone
    • The species can be found between 9 and 180 Meters.
    • Uncommon Species

    Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

    • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
    • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
    • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.

    General behaviour of the species

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

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 25 cm
    • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
    • Diet : - Sea worms

    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!