Striped Blenny

The Striped Blenny is also referred to as Gammistes Blenny, Striped Fang Blenny, or Striped Poison-Fang Blenny. It has alternating black and yellow stripes that run the entire length of the body. It tends to do well in an aquarium if housed in a 30 gallon or larger aquarium with live rock. The live rock provides places to hunt and feed on small crustaceans as well as places to hide. It is not usually aggressive unless the tank mates appear to have a similar shape as it does. Its fangs are more of a defense mechanism used for biting an aggressive fish back. QUICK FACTS: Scientific Name: Meiacanthus grammistes Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons Care Level: Moderate Temperament: Semi-aggressive Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 Max. Size: 5" Color Form: Black, White, Yellow Diet: Omnivore Origin: Eastern Asia Family: Blenniidae   Images used on this site are for informational purposes only, for actual photos of livestock please contact us (877) 809-4067.