Reticulated Fang Blenny

Meiacanthus Blennies are also known as Fang Blennies and should be added to well established aquariums with plenty of swim room. Rock work should be provided for perching, hiding and grazing. Meiacanthus Blennies are considered to be easy and peaceful however, can become territorial to other fish resembling their shape. If sufficient algae is not present supplement with algae based foods and algae matter. Males tend to be larger than females and experience color changes during breeding. Most Blennies lack or have very small swim bladders however the Meiacanthus genus of Blennies do not share this trait. Be sure to provide an aquarium with a tight fitting lid as Blennies may jump.

The Reticulated Fang Blenny is also known as the Reticulated Blenny. Occasionally seen in the aquarium trade. Reticulated Fang Blenny is a pale gray/blue to brown color with dark brown spots. There is a thin brown stripe running from the fishes eye and most of the dorsal fin. The dorsal, anal and pelvic fins are brown to black, the caudal fin is a pale color with dark upper and lower margins. Reticulated Fang Blenny can grow to 2.5".

We recommend a minimum aquarium size of 30 gallons or larger for this species.

Water conditions: Salinity 1.020 - 1.025, Temp (F) 72 - 78, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Alkalinity 8 - 12 dKH