Auchenionchus microcirrhis

Auchenionchus microcirrhis

Juveniles take amphipods adults switch to decapods

Tropical
Southern Hemisphere
Regional distribution
Marine fish
Pacific Ocean
South America
Medium
Tropical fish

Auchenionchus microcirrhis is a species of labrisomid blenny endemic to the Pacific waters off of Chile. It is a carnivorous species, eating fish, amphipods (juveniles), and decapods (adults). This species can reach 22.2 cm (8.7 in) in total length.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Blennies and Allies
Family: Labrisomidae
Genus: Auchenionchus
Maximum length: 23.3 cm
Water: Marine
Distribution: Southeast Pacific: Chile.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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