Bathyblennius antholops (Springer & Smith-Vaniz, 1970)
photo by Wirtz, P.

Family:  Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Salariinae
Max. size:  5.36 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range 101 - 128 m
Distribution:  Eastern Atlantic: Gulf of Guinea.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Oviparous. Eggs are demersal and adhesive (Ref. 205), and are attached to the substrate via a filamentous, adhesive pad or pedestal (Ref. 94114). Larvae are planktonic, often found in shallow, coastal waters (Ref. 94114).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 05 June 2014 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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