Cyclops Blenny
NameCyclops Blenny
Scientific NameCirripectes polyzona
Common NamesCyclops Blenny, Barred Blenny, Many-banded Blenny, Ringed Blenny
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
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 SpeciesGobies, Damsels, Clownfish, Angelfish (dwarf), Tang (small), Hawkfish, Wrasses (peaceful)
Description
The Cyclops Blenny is a hardy and attractive blenny species characterized by its distinctive supraorbital cirri and banded body pattern. Primarily an herbivore, it grazes on algae but will also consume small invertebrates. While generally peaceful, it can be territorial with other blennies or similar-looking fish in smaller tanks.
