Chaenopsidae
From Microcosm Aquarium Explorer
Emblemaria diphyodontis, Sailfin Blenny. Scott W. Michael
Overview
These are small, somewhat eel-like blennies found in reef and coral rubble areas. Some species live in the empty tubes secreted by marine invertebrates.
BioGroup:
Native range:
- Western Atlantic Ocean
- Caribbean
Taxonomic rank: Family
Common name: TUBE and PIKE BLENNIES
| Total known | Total profiles | |
|---|---|---|
| Subfamilies | 0 | 0 |
| Genera | 9 | 1 |
| Species | 56 | 1 |
Feeding: Carnivores. Feed heavily on small crustaceans.
Subfamilies
none
Genera
- Emblemaria
Species
Reference: Reef Fishes Volume 1