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More than 2200 species of the wild flora and fauna photographed in Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, Mexico and the surrounding area.
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Ray-finned Fishes of Zihuatanejo
CLASS ACTINOPTERYGII
Carmine Triplefin
Axoclinus storeyae
-Vertebrates (Subphylum Vertebrata)
-Ray-finned Fishes (Class Actinopterygii)
-Blennies (Order Blenniiformes)
-Triplefins (Family Tripterygiidae)
-Subfamily Tripterygiinae
-Genus Axoclinus
-Carmine Triplefin (Axoclinus storeyae)
The Carmine Triplefin (Axoclinus storeyae) is a species of triplefin blenny in the family Tripterygiidae. Small, elongated body, reaching about 3–4 cm (1.2–1.6 inches) in length. A benthic (bottom-dwelling) species that perches on rocks and coral. Feeds primarily on small crustaceans, zooplankton, and tiny invertebrates. Uses camouflage and quick darting movements to avoid predators.
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