Stellar Rockskipper
NameStellar Rockskipper
Scientific NameIstiblennius stellaris
Common NamesStellar Rockskipper, Starry Blenny, Starry Rockskipper
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Samoa, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesGobies, Clownfish, Damselfish (non-aggressive types), Tangs (in larger tanks), Wrasses
Description
The Stellar Rockskipper is a hardy and active blenny species known for its mottled body pattern of dark bands and numerous small white spots. It is a bottom-dweller that perches on rocks and actively grazes on algae. This species can be territorial, especially towards conspecifics or similar-looking fish.
