Peacock Blenny and Similar Species
Salaria pavo
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Tompot Blenny
Parablennius gattorugine
Key differences: The Tompot Blenny is generally larger, has longer, more elaborate branched supraorbital tentacles, and lacks the distinct ocellus on the dorsal fin. Its coloration is typically more uniformly mottled brown.
Sphinx Blenny
Aidablennius sphynx
Key differences: The Sphinx Blenny is similar in size and habitat but lacks the prominent ocellus on the dorsal fin. It typically has a series of dark vertical bars or blotches on its body and less elaborate supraorbital tentacles.
Black-faced Blenny
Tripterygion delaisi
Key differences: While also a small blenny, the Black-faced Blenny belongs to a different family (Tripterygiidae) and has three distinct dorsal fins, unlike the single dorsal fin of Salaria pavo. Males also develop a black head during breeding.
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