Southern Smoothhead Glass Blenny
NameSouthern Smoothhead Glass Blenny
Scientific NameCoralliozetus boehlkei
Common NamesSouthern Smoothhead Glass Blenny, Boehlke's Blenny
FamilyChaenopsidae
OriginWestern Atlantic, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)1.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSmall gobies, Small wrasses, Clownfish, Pajama Cardinalfish, Royal Gramma, Various reef-safe invertebrates
Description
The Southern Smoothhead Glass Blenny is a tiny, translucent marine fish known for its distinctive head markings and habit of perching in coral crevices. It is a shy species that adds delicate beauty to a reef aquarium, often found peeking out from its chosen shelter.
