Stout Eelblenny
NameStout Eelblenny
Scientific NameAnoplarchus insignis
Common NamesStout Eelblenny, Stout Blenny
FamilyStichaeidae
OriginNorth Pacific, Alaska, California
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)40-55
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSmall sculpins, Other coldwater blennies (with caution), Certain coldwater gobies
Description
The Stout Eelblenny is a slender, elongated marine fish native to the cold waters of the North Pacific. It typically exhibits mottled brown to olive coloration, allowing it to camouflage effectively among rocks and algae. This bottom-dwelling species is known for its continuous dorsal and anal fins.
