White-lined Coralblenny
NameWhite-lined Coralblenny
Scientific NamePlagiotremus tapeinosoma
Common NamesWhite-lined Coralblenny, White-lined Blenny, Piano Blenny, Saber-tooth Blenny
FamilyBlenniidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Samoa, Japan, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Angelfish, Tangs, Triggerfish (in very large tanks), Pufferfish, Other robust, fast-moving fish
Description
The White-lined Coralblenny is a slender, elongated blenny known for its mimicry of cleaner wrasse, which it uses to approach and nip at the scales and mucus of other fish. It possesses large fangs and can be aggressive towards tankmates. This species requires a specialized diet and careful tankmate selection.
