Starksia posthon Rosenblatt & Taylor, 1971
Brown-spotted blenny
photo by Allen, G.R.

Family:  Labrisomidae (Labrisomids)
Max. size:  4 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine
Distribution:  Eastern Central Pacific: Costa Rica and Panama.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits shallow sand-weed areas close to shore. Feeds on invertebrates.
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 25 May 2007 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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