Segmented Blenny

Salarias segmentatus

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Salarias segmentatus is a species of combtooth blenny from the Western Central Pacific. It occasionally makes its way into the aquarium trade. This species reaches a length of 11 centimetres (4.3 in) TL.

Description

Dorsal spines (total): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 17-19; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 17 - 20. Identified by the red spots over the back and sides towards the tail, and the large breast spot.

Distribution

Western Central Pacific: Indonesia, New Guinea, Solomon Islands and Palau in Micronesia.

Habitat

Adults are found solitary on coral outcrops. They inhabit shallow lagoon reefs, on algal covered rocks and rubble. Feed on algae growing at the coral bases.

Colors

white

brown

grey

yellow

red

Conservation status

(LC) Least concern

Poisonous

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Danger to human

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Similar Species

Banded Blenny Barred Blenny Bicolor Blenny Bluestriped Fangblenny Brown Coral Blenny Eared Blenny

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Segmented Blenny dangerous?

Segmented Blenny is classified as: No, No, No. Always exercise caution and keep a safe distance.

Where can you find Segmented Blenny?

Flores Island Malaysia East Indo-Pacific Central Indo-Pacific Papua New Guinea +6 more in Seabook

How deep does Segmented Blenny live?

Segmented Blenny can be found at depths of up to 12 meters.