Lawnmower Blenny

Lawnmower Blenny

Scientific Name Salarias fasciatus
Identification Mottled brown to gray body with intricate spotting and striping. Large eyes and a comb-like mouth.
Maximum Length 5 inches
Origin Indo-Pacific
Minimum Tank Size 30 gallons
Reef Compatibility Reef safe

Behavior

Peaceful; excellent algae-grazer. Perches on rocks and sand. May become aggressive toward other blennies.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore. Primarily grazes on microalgae; supplement with nori sheets, spirulina flakes, and algae wafers.

Cautions

May nip at zooanthids if underfed. Ensure adequate algae growth.