Striped poison-fang blenny [Richardsonichthys leucogaster]
Description
This species is known for its distinct bright red color with white stripes running along its body. It inhabits the Indo-Pacific coral reefs and can grow up to 11 cm in length. It is a venomous species, using its fangs to deliver venom to predators. It is a benthic species, often found hiding in crevices during the day and emerging at night to feed on small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Waspfishes
Tetrarogidae
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| Genus |
Richardsonichthys
Richardsonichthys
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