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Striped Fang Blenny
BeginnerMeiacanthus grammistes
Beautiful small blenny with yellow and black stripes. Has venomous fangs for defense but harmless to humans. Entertaining hole-dwelling behavior. Hardy and easy.
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperature
24〜27℃
Lifespan
4-6 years
Size
8-12cm
Diet
Omnivore (zooplankton, flakes, frozen food)
About
The striped fang blenny (Meiacanthus grammistes) is a small marine fish of the genus Meiacanthus in the family Blenniidae, found in the western Pacific. It is distinguished by an attractive pattern of black longitudinal stripes on a yellow ground, and, as its English name implies, it bears venomous fangs in the lower jaw. These fangs are used not for attack but mainly for defense against predators and pose little danger to people. Because it is venomous it is seldom attacked by other fish and fares relatively safely in a community tank. It is popular for its endearing habit of darting in and out of rock crevices and drifting through the water, and being hardy and a good eater it is easy for beginner-to-intermediate keepers. A lid to prevent jumping is reassuring.
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Basic Info
Origin
Coral reefs of the western Pacific
Lifespan
4-6 years
Size
8-12cm
Temperature
24〜27℃
Diet
Omnivore (zooplankton, flakes, frozen food)
Care Guide
Tank
60cm+. Provide live rock with hiding holes
Tank Mates
Care Specifications
- pH
- 8.1–8.4
- Water Temp.
- 22–26℃
- Specific Gravity
- 1.02–1.025
- Salinity
- 33–35 ppt
- Min. Tank
- 114 L
Semi-aggressiveReef safe
Sources: LiveAquaria
References & Sources
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Taxonomy & Authority
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listed
Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / 環境省 特定動物リスト / 環境省 特定外来生物等一覧
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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