Author: (Girard, 1858)
FBname: Rock prickleback
Comments: Found in rocky areas, from intertidal to 18 m depth, mostly on exposed coast (Ref. 2850).  May remain out of water under rocks or seaweed (Ref. 31184).  Feed mainly on algae (Ref. 6885).  Oviparous, eggs are laid in several clumps or masses which are guarded by the male (Ref. 58332).  Breathe air (Ref. 31184) and can stay out of water for 17-23 hours if kept moist (Ref. 51276).