Chestnut Blenny
NameChestnut Blenny
Scientific NameCirripectes castaneus
Common NamesChestnut Blenny, Castaneus Blenny
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, French Polynesia, Japan, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Gobies, Dwarf Angelfish, Tangs, Wrasses, Damselfish (non-aggressive types)
Description
The Chestnut Blenny is a vibrant combtooth blenny recognized by its distinctive striped pattern, typically yellow-green with dark bands. This reef-safe species enjoys perching on live rock and grazing on algae. While generally peaceful, it can exhibit territorial behavior towards other blennies or similar-bodied fish.
