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Hypsoblennius proteus (Krejsa, 1960) Socorro blenny |
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photo by
Robertson, R. |
| Family: | Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Salariinae | |||
| Max. size: | 2.64 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range 0 - 5 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Central Pacific: Revillagigedo Islands. | |||
| Diagnosis: | ||||
| Biology: | Oviparous (Ref. 205). Eggs are demersal and adhesive (Ref. 205), and are attached to the walls of the parent's shelter (Ref. 56053). Eggs are brooded by the male parent (Ref. 56053). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 25 May 2007 (D2) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||