Blennius nigriceps (Black -headed)

Blennius nigriceps (Black -headed)

Description

This Blennie with a black head and a red to brown for certain place. He has the pink trensparent fins.

The Blennius Nigriceps fish belongs to the Blennidae family, which is known for its fleshy pectoral fins fish and external gills. The Blennius Nigriceps is a relatively small fish, measuring about 10 centimeters in length. Its color varies from dark gray to black, with lighter spots on the belly and fins. Its head is wide and flat, with round eyes and large gills.

The Blennius Nigriceps is mainly found in the coastal waters of the Northwest Atlantic, although populations have also been reported in the Mediterranean Sea. They live in rocks and reefs, where they feed on small crustaceans and molluscs. They are able to camouflage themselves by changing color to blend into their environment.

The Blennius Nigriceps is a lonely fish that reproduces by digging a small hole in the sand or the mud, in which the female deposits its eggs. The male ensures the custody of the eggs until they hatch, by keeping them clean and protecting them from predators. Young fish are very vulnerable and must hide in algae or rocks to avoid being eaten by other bigger fish.

The Blennius Nigriceps is not considered a threatened species, although certain local populations can be affected by the pollution and destruction of their natural habitat. Due to their small size and their lonely behavior, they are not often caught for human consumption, although they can be found in aquariums. In general, the Blennius Nigriceps is an interesting fish to observe because of its ability to change color and its lonely lifestyle.

Origin

Features

  • Adult size : 4 cm
  • Behaviour : Gregarious
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Seawater, hot
  • Temperature : 12 - 27 °C
  • pH : 5.9 - 7.8
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 24

Contribution

  • Created by : coco00
  • Last update : 30/10/2022

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