Palehead Blenny
NamePalehead Blenny
Scientific NameExallias brevis
Common NamesPalehead Blenny, Leopard Blenny, Shortbodied Blenny, Short-bodied Blenny
FamilySalariidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, Hawaii, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietherbivore
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 SpeciesTangs, Clownfish, Gobies, Wrasses, Damselfish (peaceful types), Angelfish (dwarf)
Description
The Palehead Blenny (Exallias brevis) is a unique combtooth blenny known for its distinctive mottled pattern of brown, black, and white, and its prominent cirri on its head. It is primarily an herbivore, grazing on algae found on live rock. This species is generally peaceful but can be territorial towards other blennies or similar-looking fish.
