Graveldiver
NameGraveldiver
Scientific NameScytalina cerdale
Common NamesGraveldiver, Graveldiver Blenny, Rock Blenny
FamilyScytalinidae
OriginNorth Pacific Ocean, Coastal Alaska, Coastal California
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeMarine
Temperature Range (°F)40-60
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther small, peaceful coldwater blennies, Coldwater gobies, Small sculpins, Small rockfish
Description
The Graveldiver is a small, elongated, eel-like fish native to the cold, rocky intertidal zones of the North Pacific. It is renowned for its ability to rapidly burrow into gravel and sand, using its pointed head and slender body for camouflage and ambush predation. This reclusive species primarily feeds on small benthic invertebrates.
