Blennius gattorugine (Blennie Gattorugine)

The Blennius Gattorugine fish, also known as Lippu or Bélone with a big eyes, is a fish from the Blenniidae family. It is from the coastal waters of the Northeast Atlantic and the Mediterranean. It is a dark gray or brown fish with irregular spots on the body and pectoral and pelvic fins. Its head is wide and rounded, with two large eyes which give it an expressive appearance. His mouth is fitted with small and pointed teeth, suitable for catching crustaceans and small fish.

The Blennius Gattorugine measures about 15 centimeters long and can weigh up to 100 grams. It has a single dorsal fin and a rounded caudal fin. Its anal fin is almost as long as the dorsal fin. The fish is generally lonely and moves slowly by swimming with its pectoral and pelvic fins.

The Blennius Gattorugine is mainly nocturnal and hides during the day in the caves and crevices of coastal rocks. At night, he goes out to feed on small crustaceans, molluscs and fish. It can also feed on algae and aquatic plants.

The Blennius Gattorugine is a protected fish in certain regions, because it is often chased for its delicate and tasty flesh. However, it is considered to be in danger of extinction in certain regions due to the overexploitation of its natural habitats. It is important to protect this species to preserve marine biodiversity.