Harptail Blenny
Meiacanthus mossambicus
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Suggested Tank
30+ gallons
Max Size
4 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A slender, active fangblenny with a pale body crossed by bold blue-black horizontal stripes and a distinctive forked, harp-shaped tail. Unlike most bottom-hugging blennies it swims openly in midwater, confident because of the venomous canines it uses purely for defense, it is harmless to tankmates and generally ignores corals and inverts. Keep one per tank (or a proven pair) in a mature aquarium with plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding, a tight-fitting lid, and avoid housing it with other Meiacanthus or similar-looking blennies.
Reef Safe
Yes
Environment
These fish prefer a tank with plenty of live rocks and hiding places. They thrive in a well-filtered aquarium with a moderate current. It is also essential to maintain a stable temperature and salinity level.
Behavior
Harptail Blennies are generally peaceful fish that can coexist with other peaceful species in a community tank. They are known for their curious and active nature, often seen darting around the tank or hiding among rocks and crevices. They are also known to be jumpers, so a well-sealed tank is necessary.
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