How big is the Sphynx blenny?

Sphynx blenny (Aidablennius sphynx) reaches 4–8 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Sphynx blenny?

Sphynx blenny is found between 0–5 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Sphynx blenny?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Sphynx blenny?

Found in: East Atlantic, Mediterranean.

Sphynx blenny (Aidablennius sphynx)

Key facts

Scientific name: Aidablennius sphynx
Common name: Sphynx blenny
Category: Fish
Family: Blenniidae
Genus: Aidablennius
Size: 4–8 cm
Depth: 0–5 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: rocky-reef, tidepool
Behaviours: solitary, territorial
Ocean zones: East Atlantic, Mediterranean

Description

Aidablennius sphynx reaches 8 cm. Small Mediterranean blenny distinctive for its supraciliary (eyebrow) crest in prominent ridge above eyes (hence sphynx), brown-green body with highly contrasting yellow-orange oblique bands on flanks. Bright yellow eyes. Lives from 0 to 5 m on coastal rocks and shallow tidepools of Mediterranean. Highly territorial. Predator of small invertebrates. Spectacular macro photo subject of very shallow Med dives for vivid colors.

Photo of Sphynx blenny

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Sphynx blenny?: Sphynx blenny (Aidablennius sphynx) reaches 4–8 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Sphynx blenny?: Sphynx blenny is found between 0–5 m deep.
Is the Sphynx blenny dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Sphynx blenny?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Sphynx blenny?: Found in: East Atlantic, Mediterranean.

Other species in the family Blenniidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 126760)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2395596)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia