Triplespot Blenny, scientifically known as Crossosalarias macrospilus, is a combtooth blenny fish from the Western Pacific.
Sometimes it’s available in the aquarium trade. It’s the only species in its genus.
Adult triplespot blennies live in seaward reefs and also in shallow, semi-exposed hard-coral, and rock reefs with lots of algae growth.
These fish are not reef-safe for aquariums.
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Triplespot Blenny Interesting Facts
- Triplespot blenny grows up to 3.9 inches (10.0 centimeters) long and prefers warm water environments near reefs in the Western Pacific Ocean.
- This fish forms breeding pairs and lays adhesive eggs that stick to surfaces, with larvae floating freely in the water near coastal areas.
- Unique features include 12 dorsal spines, a small gill opening below the lowest pectoral ray, and black markings on its head.
Triplespot Blenny Habitat
Triplespot blenny lives in the Western Pacific Ocean, as far east as Tonga.
It’s a marine fish that dwells near reefs at depths of 1 to 25 meters (3 to 82 feet).
Most commonly, it’s found at depths up to 10 meters (33 feet). This tropical fish prefers warm water environments.
| Water Temperature: | Unknown |
| Water pH: | Unknown |
| Water Hardness: | Unknown |
Triplespot Blenny Physical Characteristics
Size: 3.9 inches (10.0 centimeters)
The maximum length a triplespot blenny grows is up to 3.9 inches (10.0 centimeters) long. It has 12 dorsal spines and 16 to 18 soft rays on its dorsal fin.
Its anal fin has 2 spines and 18 to 20 soft rays. The dorsal fin spines are long and stick out past the membrane.
The last anal ray is joined to the tail by a membrane. Its gill opening is small and positioned slightly below the lowest pectoral ray.
This fish has some hair-like structures near its jaw pores.
It has a black flap at the base of its first dorsal spine, as well as black markings on each side of its head near the bottom.
Triplespot Blenny Reproduction
Triplespot blenny forms unique pairs for breeding. These fish lay eggs that stick to surfaces using an adhesive pad or pedestal.
Their larvae float freely in water and are often found near coastal areas.
Triplespot Blenny Scientific Classification
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Blenniiformes |
| Family: | Blenniidae |
| Genus: | Crossosalarias |
| Scientific Name: | Crossosalarias macrospilus |
| Also Known As: | Triplespot Blenny |
| Conservation Status: | Least Concern |