Aquaria
Cape Verde Blenny

Cape Verde Blenny

NameCape Verde Blenny
Scientific NameParablennius salensis
Common NamesCape Verde Blenny
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginCape Verde Islands, Eastern Atlantic
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)3.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Gobies, Damselfish (peaceful species), Shrimp, Snails, Other peaceful blennies (with caution)

Description

The Cape Verde Blenny is a small, colorful marine fish endemic to the Cape Verde Islands. It features distinctive mottled patterns of brown, green, and white, often with iridescent blue spots. This bottom-dwelling blenny is known for perching on rocks and grazing on algae and small invertebrates.

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