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Created 4/27/2018

Family Blenniidae

FIJI & TONGA

Plagiotremus flavus



Savusavu Bay, Fiji, 10 feet
 

FIJI FANGBLENNY

This blenny mimics cleaner wrasses and feeds by darting at unwary fishes to nip off scales and skin.  It is uncommon on reefs in clear water at scuba depths.  The body tapers from head to tail, unlike the more robust Canary Fangblenny.  Attains 2.75 inches.  Restricted to Fiji & Tonga.