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About Forktail Blenny
A slender, elongated blenny with a bicolored body: dark brown to black dorsal coloring contrasting with a lighter tan to cream-colored belly. The distinctive forked tail is the defining feature, and the mouth contains small venomous fangs used for deterrence rather than predation.
Key facts
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Temperament
- Semi Aggressive
- Appearance
- A slender, elongated blenny with a bicolored body: dark brown to black dorsal coloring contrasting with a lighter tan to cream-colored belly. The distinctive forked tail is the defining feature, and the mouth contains small venomous fangs used for deterrence rather than predation.
- Min tank size
- 20 gallons
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Care Requirements
- • 20 gallon minimum tank size • Stable water: pH 8.1-8.3, salinity 1.020-1.025, temp 72-78°F • Plenty of rock crevices and hiding spots • Peaceful tank mates; may nip at smaller fish or shrimp • Well-established tank with good water quality
- Feeding Schedule
- 2-3 times daily
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.026
- Family
- Blenniidae
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea and East Africa to Hawaii and the Great Barrier Reef.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Hole-in-the-Head Disease, Columnaris Disease
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