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Tailspot Blenny (Ecsenius stigmatura)

Tailspot Blenny

Ecsenius stigmatura

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Small, curious and full of personality. A good blenny for a nano reef.

Adult size
2.5 in
Smallest tank
20 gal
Keep them in groups of
1+
Temperature
74–82 °F
pH
8–8.4
Food
Omnivore: algae, frozen foods
Start a saltwater build to add this

Gets along with

Cerith SnailBlue-leg Hermit CrabNassarius SnailAstrea SnailYellow Clown GobyScarlet Reef Hermit CrabTrochus SnailNeon Goby

Think twice about

Blue Devil Damselfish — too aggressive for itDwarf Fuzzy Lionfish — too aggressive for itMaroon Clownfish — too aggressive for itPicasso Triggerfish — too aggressive for it

Easy corals it leaves alone

Favia Brain CoralBlastomussaRhodactis MushroomDiscosoma MushroomAcan LordDuncan Coral

Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.