Lance Blenny
NameLance Blenny
Scientific NameAspidontus taeniatus
Common NamesLance Blenny, False Cleanerfish, Mimic Blenny, Bluestriped Fangblenny
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Samoa, Japan, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tangs, Larger Angelfish, Triggerfish (some species), Lionfish (if tank is large enough)
Description
The Lance Blenny is a unique marine fish known for its mimicry of the Cleaner Wrasse. It features a prominent black stripe along its body and is often seen emerging from crevices. While it appears to clean other fish, it actually nips at their scales and mucus.
