They are very social at mid-tide, using visual displays to warn off competitors and attract mates.

Although they must remain moist to breathe, the blennies are able to breathe air, and actively avoid submersion by tide waters.

[4][7] Leaping blennies feed primarily off of algae.

[8] They are oviparous and form distinct pairs when mating.

[9] They can reach a maximum total length of 10 centimetres (4 inches).