Poe's Clingfish [Poeobiella poeyi]
Description
Poe's Clingfish, or Poeobiella poeyi, is a species of Clingfish in the family Gobiesocidae. This marine species is native to the western central Atlantic Ocean, specifically the region of the Caribbean Sea. It is usually found in rocky habitats, particularly in areas with algae and sea grass. The species is characterized by its small size, with a length that rarely exceeds 2 inches. It has a flat body that allows it to cling to rocks and corals, hence the name 'Clingfish'. Its color varies from yellow to brown, often with patterns that help it blend with its environment. It is not commercially important, but it contributes to the biodiversity of its habitat.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Flabelligerids
Flabelligeridae
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| Genus |
Poeobiella
Poeobiella
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