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Ringneck Blenny

Parablennius pilicornis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Blenniiformes ›Family: Blenniidae ›Genus: Parablennius

About

The ringneck blenny (Parablennius pilicornis) is a species of combtooth blenny widespread in coastal waters of Eastern Atlantic from Spain and Portugal to Möwe Bay, Namibia, in the Mediterranean Sea from Morocco, Algeria, Spain. In the Southwest Atlantic it is found near Brazil and Patagonia, Argentina. Also in Western Indian Ocean from Natal to Knysna in South Africa. This species reaches a length of 12.7 centimetres (5.0 in) SL.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ringneck Blenny?
The scientific name of Ringneck Blenny is Parablennius pilicornis.
What is the conservation status of Ringneck Blenny?
The Ringneck Blenny has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Ringneck Blenny belong to?
Ringneck Blenny belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ringneck Blenny belong to?
Ringneck Blenny belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Ringneck Blenny belong to?
Ringneck Blenny belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Ringneck Blenny belong to?
Ringneck Blenny belongs to the order Blenniiformes.
What family does Ringneck Blenny belong to?
Ringneck Blenny belongs to the family Blenniidae.
What genus does Ringneck Blenny belong to?
Ringneck Blenny belongs to the genus Parablennius.