Imposter fangblenny

Plagiotremus phenax

Eight Centimeters Blenny of the Indian Ocean

Black
Tropical
Regional distribution
Marine fish
Indian Ocean
Elongated
Small
Tropical fish

Plagiotremus phenax, the Imposter fangblenny, is a species of combtooth blenny found in coral reefs in the Indian Ocean. This species reaches a length of 8 centimetres (3.1 in) TL. This blenny uses bio mimicry to avoid predation, as it has a strong resemblance to the disco blenny (Meiacanthus smithi).

Class: Teleosts
Order: Blennies and Allies
Family: Blenniidae
Genus: Plagiotremus
Maximum length: 8 cm
Water: Marine
Body shape: elongated
Distribution: Indian Ocean.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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