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More than 1800 species of the wild flora and fauna of Zihuatanejo.
All photographs were taken in Zihuatanejo, Mexico, and the surrounding area.
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Ray-finned Fishes of Zihuatanejo
CLASS ACTINOPTERYGII
Sabretooth Blenny
Plagiotremus azaleus
The Sabertooth Blenny (Plagiotremus azaleus) is a fascinating species of combtooth blenny known for its mimicry and aggressive feeding behavior. It is part of the Blenniidae family and is found in the eastern Pacific Ocean. A kleptoparasite, meaning it steals food from other fish.Mimics the behavior of cleaner fish to get close to unsuspecting hosts before biting off scales, mucus, or skin.



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