The Black-faced Blenny is a small fish with a distinctive black face and a slender body. They are often seen perched on rocks or coral, using their pectoral fins to cling.
Habitat
Rocky substrates and shallow waters.
Diet
Feeds on small invertebrates and algae.
How common
Uncommon
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