Author: (Valenciennes, 1836)
FBname: Red-speckled blenny
Comments: Adults inhabit exposed seaward reefs where it usually shelters at bases or among the branches of <i>Pocilloporid</i> corals (Ref. 1602).  Feeds on benhic algae (Ref. 89972). Benthic (Ref. 58302).  Oviparous.  Eggs are demersal and adhesive (Ref. 205), and are attached to the substrate via a filamentous, adhesive pad or pedestal (Ref. 94114).  Larvae are planktonic, often found in shallow, coastal waters (Ref. 94114).