Tripterygion tripteronotus

Size range: 6-7 cm

Common size:

Max length : 8 cm

Depth range: 6 - 12 m

Habitat:

• Hard - Adults are found in shallow rocky shores to 6 m, usually coated withe algae.

Water column position:

• Benthic

Colors & patterns:

• Three dorsal fins, first ray of second dorsal fin very elongate, unites to the second ray by a membrane.

• Body has a beige-grey-brown color.

• Females in breeding season - last dark bar has the same aspects and colors as the others.

• Breeding males - Black head, entirely red body.

Behavior:

• Homing behavior

Schooling characteristics:

Feeding: Benthic invertebrates

Native/Exotic:

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