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Mexican Barnacle Blenny

Acanthemblemaria macrospilus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Blenniiformes ›Family: Chaenopsidae ›Genus: Acanthemblemaria

About

Acanthemblemaria macrospilus, the barnacle blenny, is a species of chaenopsid blenny found in coral reefs in the eastern central Pacific ocean. It can reach a maximum length of 6 cm (2.4 in) TL. This species feeds primarily on zooplankton.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Barnacle Blenny?
The scientific name of Mexican Barnacle Blenny is Acanthemblemaria macrospilus.
What is the conservation status of Mexican Barnacle Blenny?
The Mexican Barnacle Blenny has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Mexican Barnacle Blenny belong to?
Mexican Barnacle Blenny belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mexican Barnacle Blenny belong to?
Mexican Barnacle Blenny belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mexican Barnacle Blenny belong to?
Mexican Barnacle Blenny belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Mexican Barnacle Blenny belong to?
Mexican Barnacle Blenny belongs to the order Blenniiformes.
What family does Mexican Barnacle Blenny belong to?
Mexican Barnacle Blenny belongs to the family Chaenopsidae.
What genus does Mexican Barnacle Blenny belong to?
Mexican Barnacle Blenny belongs to the genus Acanthemblemaria.