Emblemaria pandionis
Sailfin Blenny
Maximum Size:
2 in (6 cm)
Longevity:
Around 2 years.
Typical depth:
3–35 ft (1–12 m)
Behavior:
Sailfin blennies get their name from the large dorsal fin that they can raise over their head like a sail. The fin is larger on males, who use it for territorial and courtship displays. Sailfin blennies live in holes in the reef and coral rubble; they feed on small plankton and invertebrates.
Predators:
Many carnivores on the reef, including squid.
Did you know?
Sailfin blennies live in the small holes in rock, sand or rubble. They are often found occupying abandoned worm holes.