Spotted Eel Blenny
Notograptus guttatus
Elongate, eel-like with a somewhat flattened head; tan with numerous small spots. Grows to around 10cm.
Morphology
Large mouth and long maxilla; long single dorsal fin with more than 50 rays.
Evolution
Currently only two recognised species but possibly more.
Behaviour
Unknown; highly cryptic
Method of reproduction
Unknown; possibly nest guarding.
Habitat
Marine
Inshore reefs and crevices, including intertidal pools.
Distribution
Northern Australia and PNG only.
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
|---|---|
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Perciformes |
| Family: | Notograptidae |
| Genus: | Notograptus |
| Species: | guttatus |
| Name Published Year: | 1867 |
|---|---|
| Rank: | species |
| Scientific Name Authorship: | Gunther |
| Commercial Impact: | None |
| Conservation Assessment: | Least Concern |
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Accessed 27 Dec 2025
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