Variable Sabretooth Blenny
NameVariable Sabretooth Blenny
Scientific NamePlagiotremus rhinorhynchos
Common NamesVariable Sabretooth Blenny, Bluestriped Fangblenny, Bluestriped Blenny, Rhinorhynchos Blenny
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, French Polynesia, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tangs, Large Angelfish, Triggerfish (with caution), Robust Wrasses
Description
The Variable Sabretooth Blenny is a unique marine fish known for its elongated body and distinctive mimicry of cleaner wrasses, which it uses to approach and nip at the scales or fins of larger fish. Its coloration can vary, often featuring a prominent blue stripe. This species requires a specialized diet of meaty foods and is best suited for a species-specific tank or with robust, larger tankmates.
