Tailspot Blenny
NameTailspot Blenny
Scientific NameEcsenius stigmatura
Common NamesTailspot Blenny, Tail-spot Blenny
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginWestern Pacific, Indo-Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Gobies, Damsels, Royal Gramma, Firefish, Cardinalfish, Small Wrasses
Description
The Tailspot Blenny is a small, colorful marine fish known for its distinctive black spot ringed with white at the base of its tail. It features a blue head, yellow markings, and a body that transitions from green to orange. This blenny is a charming and active addition to a reef aquarium, often seen perching on rocks and surveying its surroundings.
