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BiColor Blenny

Common Name Bicolor Blenny
Other Common Names None Listed
Scientific Name Ecsenius Bicolor
Difficulty Level Easy
Origion / Range Indo-Pacific
Life Span Approx 10 Years in Captivity
Size Very Small; 3.9 Inches
Compatibility Relatively Reef Safe although some may nip LPS corals or clam mantles.
Category Saltwater fish
Description

This small comical Blenny delights aquarists worldwide. Distinctively colored greenish-brown in front and yellowish in the rear, the Bicolor Blenny will change colors depenant upon its stress level.

An inquisitive explorer, the Bicolor Blenny scouts the aquarium until finding a location to call home. Bicolor Blennies prefer small tunnels or crevices within a rock to back themselves into and securely watch the the surrounding goings on. It will also settle within corals such as the Toadstool Leather for a hiding place.

The non-aggressive Bicolor Blenny makes an excellent addition to reef aquariums. This hardy fish readily eats a variety of foods including flake.

Care Info The Bicolor Blenny is easy to care for. No special care requirements are necessary.
Breeding / Propagation The Bicolor Blenny is not known to breed in captivity.

 

Bicolor Blenny at Mondo Aquatics