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Labrisomidae

Sangrey's Blenny

Starksia sangreyae

  • Tropical
  • Regional distribution
  • Marine fish
  • Atlantic Ocean
  • Central America and the Caribbean
  • Small
  • Tropical fish

Starksia sangreyae, the Sangrey's blenny, is a species of labrisomid blenny native to the Caribbean coasts of Belize and probably also Honduras where it is found in shallow waters at depths of from 1 to 2 m (3.3 to 6.6 ft). It was originally known as Starksia atlantica, and is also closely related to Starksia springeri. The species is named after Mary Sangrey, a scientist from Smithsonian Institution.

Maximum length
1.6 cm
Water
Marine
Distribution
Atlantic Ocean: Belize and probably Honduras.
Conservation status
LCLeast Concern

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