Blennies

Blenniidae

Tiny, big-eyed characters perched on rocks and coral, watching you as intently as you watch them. Hold still and they'll bob their heads or dart between holes — a macro photographer's favourite.

Last updated April 2026

Species

Blenny

(10 photos)

Least ConcernUp to 12 cm1–20mRocky reefPosidonia

A small, big-eyed fish that peers out from crevices with a comically oversized head. Blennies come in many species but all share that curious, frog-like face.

Usually found peeking from holes in rocky walls, retreating inside when you get too close but quickly popping back out.

Observed at

Punta de la Mona(La Herradura)Mar Menuda(Tossa de Mar)

Tompot blenny

Parablennius gattorugine(1 photos)

Least ConcernUp to 30 cm1–30mRocky reef

A hefty blenny with bushy, branching head tentacles and mottled brown-green coloring. Distinguished from other blennies by its size and prominent fringed eyebrows.

Sits motionless in rocky crevices and holes, tolerating close approach — a favorite macro photography subject.

Observed at

Mar Menuda(Tossa de Mar)

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