Reticulated Blenny and Similar Species
Lipophrys canevae
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Tompot Blenny
Parablennius gattorugine
Key differences: The Tompot Blenny is generally larger (up to 30 cm) and has much longer, more elaborate branched supraorbital tentacles. Its coloration is typically more uniform brown with vertical bands, lacking the distinct reticulated pattern of L. canevae.
Shanny
Lipophrys pholis
Key differences: The Shanny is typically larger (up to 16 cm) and has unbranched, simple supraorbital tentacles. Its coloration is usually mottled brown or green, but without the distinct reticulated pattern. It also has a more northern distribution in the Atlantic.
Zvonimir's Blenny
Lipophrys dalmatinus
Key differences: L. dalmatinus is very similar but generally smaller and has less developed supraorbital tentacles, often appearing as simple flaps. Its coloration can also be very similar, making differentiation challenging without close examination or genetic analysis. L. canevae typically has more pronounced and often branched cirri.
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