False Cleanerfish
NameFalse Cleanerfish
Scientific NameAspidontus taeniatus
Common NamesFalse Cleanerfish, Bluestriped Fangblenny, Mimic Blenny
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesFast-moving tangs, Robust angelfish, Triggerfish (with caution), Pufferfish (with caution), Lionfish
Description
The False Cleanerfish is a fascinating marine species known for its mimicry of the Cleaner Wrasse. It uses this disguise to approach larger fish and then nips at their fins and scales for food. Due to its unique feeding habits and potential for fin-nipping, it requires careful tankmate selection.
