About Meiacanthus atrodorsalis (Günther, 1877)
Common Names and Taxonomic Placement
Meiacanthus atrodorsalis, commonly called the forktail blenny, is a species of combtooth blenny.
Habitat and Distribution
It is found on coral reefs in the western Pacific Ocean.
Size
This species reaches a maximum total length of 11 centimetres, which is equal to 4.3 inches.
Notable Traits and Trade Status
It is a venomous species that is also available in the aquarium trade.
Additional Common Names
Other common names for this species include eyelash harptail-blenny, poison-fang blenny, and yellowtail poison-fang blenny.
Taxonomic Authority
Its scientific name is Meiacanthus atrodorsalis, first described by Günther in 1877.
