Dussumier's Rockskipper
NameDussumier's Rockskipper
Scientific NameIstiblennius dussumieri
Common NamesDussumier's Rockskipper, Dussumier's Blenny
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Pacific Islands
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)5.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesGobies, Damselfish, Clownfish, Hawkfish, Dwarf Angelfish, Peaceful Wrasses
Description
The Dussumier's Rockskipper is a hardy and interesting blenny species known for its distinctive mottled green and brown coloration, allowing it to blend seamlessly with rocky substrates. It is an active bottom-dweller that spends its time perching on rocks and grazing on algae. While generally peaceful, it can be territorial towards other blennies or similar-shaped fish.
