Omobranchus verticalis Springer & Gomon, 1975
Vertical blenny
Omobranchus verticalis
photo by Randall, J.E.

 Family:  Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Blenniinae
 Max. size:  4.8 cm SL (male/unsexed)
 Environment:  demersal
 Distribution:  Southwest Pacific: Australia.
 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:   (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  harmless
 Country info:   
 

 Entered by: Capuli, Estelita Emily - 07.01.02
 Modified by: Luna, Susan M. - 27.02.14

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