Microlipophrys adriaticus (Steindachner & Kolombatovic, 1883)
Microlipophrys adriaticus
photo by Patzner, R.

 Family:  Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies), subfamily: Salariinae
 Max. size:  5 cm TL (male/unsexed)
 Environment:  demersal; depth range 0 - 5 m
 Distribution:  Mediterranean Sea: Adriatic Sea and Aegean Sea. Also known from the Sea of Marmara and the Black Sea.
 Diagnosis:   
 Biology:  Oviparous. Eggs are demersal and adhesive (Ref. 205), and are attached to the substrate via a filamentous, adhesive pad or pedestal (Ref. 94114). Larvae are planktonic, often found in shallow, coastal waters (Ref. 94114). Omnivore that feeds on small invertebrates, especially crustaceans, detritus and algae (Ref. 101253).
 IUCN Red List Status:   (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  harmless
 Country info:   
 

 Entered by: Sa-a, Pascualita - 20.01.97
 Modified by: Valdestamon, Roxanne Rei - 06.05.15

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