Tribal Blenny

Ecsenius namiyei

Suggested Tank

30+ gallons

Max Size

4 inches

Difficulty

Medium

Temperament

Semi-Aggressive

Description

The Tribal Blenny is a fascinating species of saltwater fish known for its vibrant colors and unique patterns. It has a long, slender body with a large head and eyes. The body is primarily brown with white spots and stripes, giving it a tribal-like appearance, hence the name.

Reef Safe?

Yes, the Tribal Blenny is considered reef safe but may nip at small invertebrates.

Environment

The Tribal Blenny prefers a well-established tank with plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding. It needs a tank with good water quality and stable conditions.

Behavior

This species is generally peaceful but can be territorial, especially towards other blennies. It is a bottom-dwelling fish and spends most of its time hiding in rocks and crevices.

Owner Reviews

Koco217

Koco

@Koco217

4 months ago
Overall Rating:
Would Buy Again: đź‘Ť Yes
What You Feed: Algae and frozen

This fish has a great personality and his colors come in when he is perched. Some fish aren’t as active when I’m hovering over my tank, but this one is the opposite because he learned some of the more bold fish would be hiding while I was watching the tank so that is when he would come out and swim as close to me as he could. This fish picks at rocks all day and would taste test different corals so it started to acquire a taste for an acro frag then wouldn’t leave it alone so sadly I had to move him.

Reef Safe: Yes, with Caution
Visibility: Always Visible
Temperament: Peaceful
Difficulty: Medium
Min Tank Size: 40 Gallons
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