Brazilian Rockskipper
NameBrazilian Rockskipper
Scientific NameScartella cristata
Common NamesMolly Miller Blenny, Combtooth Blenny, Brazilian Rockskipper
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Brazil, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Eastern Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful blennies (with caution), Gobies, Clownfish, Damselfish, Small wrasses, Tangs, Angelfish
Description
The Brazilian Rockskipper, also known as the Molly Miller Blenny, is a small, hardy saltwater fish characterized by its mottled camouflage and comb-like cirri on its head. It is an active grazer, primarily feeding on algae found on rocks and other surfaces in its habitat. This blenny is a beneficial addition to reef or fish-only aquariums, contributing to algae control.
