Sarcastic Fringehead
NameSarcastic Fringehead
Scientific NameNeoclinus blanchardi
Common NamesSarcastic Fringehead
FamilyChaenopsidae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, California, Baja California
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-70
pH Range7.8-8.4
Description
The Sarcastic Fringehead is a highly territorial and aggressive blenny known for its remarkably large mouth, which it displays as a threat when defending its burrow. These ambush predators inhabit discarded shells or crevices in temperate eastern Pacific waters, feeding on small crustaceans and invertebrates. They are rarely kept in home aquariums due to their specific needs and extreme aggression.
