Tompot Blenny Collection

Tompot blenny (Parablennius gattorugine) portrait, Swanage Pier, Swanage, Dorset, UK, English Channel, August

Double exposure of a Tompot blenny (Parablennius gattorugine) with underwater sun beams. Swanage, Dorset, England, United Kingdom

RF - Tompot blenny fish (Parablennius gattorugine) peering out from hole under Swanage Pier, Dorset, UK, (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Tompot blenny, Parablennius gattorugine (Gattorugine, Blennius gattorugine)
FLO4614608 Tompot blenny, Parablennius gattorugine (Gattorugine, Blennius gattorugine). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Tompot blenny (Parablennius gattorugine) illuminated by a snooted flash. Swanage, Dorset, England, United Kingdom. English Channel. North East Atlantic

Tompot blenny (Parablennius gattorugine) male peers out of its den, in leg of Swanage Pier, Swanage, Dorset, UK, English Channel, August

Butterfly blenny (Blennius ocellaris) and Tompot blenny (Parablennius gattorugine) swimming together

Tompot blenny (Parablennius gattorugine). This fish inhabits rocks in shallow water. It ranges throughout the western Mediterranean, the North Sea and the north-eastern Atlantic Ocean

Tompot Blenny (Parablennius gattorugine), head of tompot blenny under kelp forest, Isle of Man, UK
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

Tompot blenny (Parablennius gattorugine), St Brides, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe (rr)
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

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The Tompot blenny, also known as Parablennius gattorugine, is a fascinating fish that can be found in various locations across the UK and Europe. Its unique features and behavior make it an intriguing subject for photographers. In one captivating shot, we see a double exposure of the Tompot blenny with underwater sun beams streaming through the water. This ethereal image showcases the beauty of this species in its natural habitat. Another portrait captures a Tompot blenny under Swanage Pier in Dorset, UK. The intricate details of its scales and vibrant colors are brought to life in this stunning photograph. A handcolored copperplate engraving from 1802-1808 by Edward Donovan gives us a glimpse into how this remarkable creature was depicted centuries ago. It serves as a reminder of our long-standing fascination with marine life. Illuminated by a snooted flash, another image highlights the striking features of the Tompot blenny. Its curious expression seems to invite us into its world beneath the waves. One particularly charming photo shows a male Tompot blenny peering out from its den within the leg of Swanage Pier. This behavior is characteristic of these fish, who often seek shelter among rocks or other structures. Interestingly, we also witness an interaction between two different species - the Butterfly blenny and the Tompot blenny swimming together harmoniously. This peaceful coexistence reminds us of nature's ability to create unexpected connections. From kelp forests off Isle of Man to wrecks like James Eagan Layne in Plymouth, England, these photographs showcase how adaptable and resilient these creatures are when it comes to their choice of habitat. Whether it's St Brides in Pembrokeshire or any other location across Wales or Europe where they can be found, encountering a Tompot Blenny is always an exciting experience for divers and nature enthusiasts alike.