At a glance
Essentials
- Distribution
- Ángel de la Guarda Island, Gulf of California
- Habitat
- Rocky reefs in deep waters
- Conservation
- Data Deficient (IUCN 3.1)
Observation guide
What to look for
- 01
It is a deep-water species that inhabits rocky reefs at depths greater than 28 meters.
An important limitation
Lighting, age and viewing angle can hide features. If identification affects consumption, handling or conservation, consult specialist sources.
Ecology
Description and characteristics
It belongs to the family Labrisomidae and is classified within the order Blenniiformes. It is a deep-water species that inhabits rocky reefs at depths greater than 28 meters. Its recorded distribution is limited to Ángel de la Guarda Island in the Gulf of California. No specimens have been collected since 1952, so little is known about its biology.