Common Blenny (Shanny)
Lipophrys pholis
Shannies are curious fish, sometimes peering out from cracks before darting away. They have a surprisingly strong bite for their size, so handling them requires caution. On Lihou’s rocky shores, check deeper pools or shaded ledges at low tide, and you might see one resting among seaweed or eyeing you from its hiding spot.
- Habitat: Rocky intertidal zones, hiding under stones or among seaweed.
- When to See: Year-round
- Length: Usually up to 15 cm