Piano Fangblenny
NamePiano Fangblenny
Scientific NamePlagiotremus tapeinosoma
Common NamesPiano Fangblenny, Striped Fangblenny, Mimic Blenny
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger, robust fish, Fast-moving fish, Damsels, Tangs, Angelfish (larger species)
Description
The Piano Fangblenny is a slender, eel-like blenny known for its distinctive black stripe and ability to mimic cleaner wrasses. It possesses venomous fangs, which it uses for defense and to nip at the scales and mucus of other fish in the wild. This species requires a well-established saltwater aquarium with plenty of rockwork for hiding.
