Key Identification Features
- The sarcastic fringehead, Neoclinus blanchardi, is a small, hardy saltwater tube-blenny known for its large mouth and aggressive territorial behavior, which inspired its common name.
- The name 'fringehead' refers to the distinctive ruff of tissue that surrounds the fish's neck.
- Flaring of the maxillary membranes and other morphological features is critical for visual communication between members of the species.
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