rocky reef blenny

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Acanthoclinus
gptkbp:adaptation ability to blend into rocky environments
hides in crevices when threatened
gptkbp:adult_plumage juveniles resemble adults but are smaller
gptkbp:behavior territorial
may engage in social displays during mating.
gptkbp:body_style elongated and compressed
gptkbp:breeding_season typically during warmer months
gptkbp:color can change color based on mood
camouflage with surroundings
varied shades of brown and green
can vary significantly between individuals
gptkbp:common_name Rocky Reef Blenny
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:diet gptkb:beach
gptkbp:distribution Indo-Pacific region
gptkbp:egg_color eggs are laid on rocky surfaces
gptkbp:family gptkb:Blenniidae
gptkbp:fins dorsal and anal fins elongated
pectoral fins used for maneuvering
gptkbp:fishing_regulations not heavily targeted by fisheries
gptkbp:foraging_behavior grazing on algae
gptkbp:genus Ecsenius
gptkbp:habitat rocky reefs
typically found at depths of 1 to 30 meters
prefers areas with plenty of hiding spots
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label rocky reef blenny
gptkbp:larval_stage larvae are planktonic
gptkbp:lifespan up to 5 years
gptkbp:predators larger fish
moray eels
gptkbp:related_species closely related to other blennies
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_interest studied for ecological roles in reef systems
gptkbp:scientific_name Ecsenius gravieri
gptkbp:size up to 10 cm in length
gptkbp:social_structure often found in pairs
gptkbp:species considered for aquaculture due to hardiness
modified for feeding on small particles
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships gptkb:cleaner_shrimp
often found with other reef fish
gptkbp:territorial_behavior defends small areas against intruders
gptkbp:traded_on popular species