Ronquilus

Ronquilus is a genus of ray-finned fish belonging to the family Blenniidae, commonly known as blennies. They are small, elongated fish with characteristically large heads and small eyes. Ronquilus species are typically found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Indo-Pacific Ocean.

Northern ronquil – Ronquilus jordani

Common Names

Members of the Ronquilus genus are commonly called "ronquils" or "ronquil blennies."

Characteristics

Ronquilus species share several distinct characteristics, including:

  • An elongated, compressed body
  • A large head with a prominent snout
  • Small, widely spaced eyes
  • A single dorsal fin extending the length of the back
  • A small, rounded caudal fin
  • A fleshy tentacle on the top of their head

Environments

Ronquilus species are typically found in shallow coastal waters, often inhabiting rocky reefs, coral reefs, and seagrass beds. They are benthic, meaning they live on the bottom of the ocean floor. They are generally solitary and often hide amongst rocks or coral during the day, emerging to feed at night.

References

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