BLENNIIDAE (BLENNIES)

Blennies live in rocky coastal spots, or in sheltered reef areas. These robust little fish, easy to raise, are
well suited to a tank for marine invertebrates. They are characterized by their abundant mucus and
their often bright coloring. Blennies are not common in the aquarium trade, although it is possible to find
some species belonging to the Ecsenius genus.


Ecsenius sp.
The blennie defends its territory, so the
presence of other fish from the same family
is not advisable. It moves around, but
often remains stationary to observe its
surroundings, or hides among the decor. It
feeds on algae taken from the decor and
also accepts small animal foodstuffs.
Size: 8-10 cm.