Derilissus
''Derilissus'' is a genus of clingfishes belonging to the family Gobiesocinae found in the western Atlantic Ocean. This family of fish is identified by their appearance as small fish with sucking discs which allow them to attach themselves to various surfaces. Derilissus differs from other genera due to its attached gill membranes. Derilissus are found inhabiting rocky reef walls and on coral. There are five identified species in the genus Derilissus, all found around the Caribbeans. Description Derilissus are typically small fish ranging from 1-3 cm in length, and usually are either pale brown and black or scarlet orange. Derilissus have slender bodies with a slightly depressed and narrow head that holds a short snout. Most species of Derilissus have large eyes and lack a swim bladder. They do not have scales, and are instead protected by a thick layer of mucus. Derilissus is unique from other genera of clingfish due to its attached gill membranes, which restricts the gill ope ...
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Derilissus Kremnobates
''Derilissus'' is a genus of clingfishes belonging to the family Gobiesocinae found in the western Atlantic Ocean. This family of fish is identified by their appearance as small fish with sucking discs which allow them to attach themselves to various surfaces. Derilissus differs from other genera due to its attached gill membranes. Derilissus are found inhabiting rocky reef walls and on coral. There are five identified species in the genus Derilissus, all found around the Caribbeans. Description Derilissus are typically small fish ranging from 1-3 cm in length, and usually are either pale brown and black or scarlet orange. Derilissus have slender bodies with a slightly depressed and narrow head that holds a short snout. Most species of Derilissus have large eyes and lack a swim bladder. They do not have scales, and are instead protected by a thick layer of mucus. Derilissus is unique from other genera of clingfish due to its attached gill membranes, which restricts the gill ope ...
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