Two-colour Threefin
NameTwo-colour Threefin
Scientific NameHelcogramma striata
Common NamesTwo-colour Threefin, Striated Triplefin, Two-color Triplefin
FamilyTripterygiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful gobies, Other small blennies, Small wrasses, Clownfish, Certain damselfish
Description
The Two-colour Threefin is a small, camouflaged triplefin blenny found in the Indo-Pacific. It typically exhibits a reddish-brown body with lighter, often mottled, markings, blending seamlessly into its rocky and coral reef habitats. This species is known for its three distinct dorsal fins, characteristic of the triplefin family.
