Blenny – Bicolour

• Bicolour Blenny is a small, colourful fish with a distinct colour split – usually blue or brown front half and orange back half.

• Known for its personality, it’s a bottom-dweller that prefers hiding in rocks and crevices.

• Relatively hardy and suitable for beginners, but may pick at corals in smaller tanks or when underfed.

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Introduction: Welcome to the vibrant world of the Bicolour Blenny, a delightful and colorful marine fish known for its playful personality and striking coloration. This charming fish, native to the Indo-Pacific region, is a popular choice for marine aquariums due to its unique appearance and hardy nature. The Bicolour Blenny brings both beauty and character to any aquarium, making it a favorite among aquarists.

Scientific Name: The Bicolour Blenny is scientifically known as Ecsenius bicolor. It is commonly referred to as the “Bicolour Blenny” due to its distinct two-tone coloration.

Water Quality and Temperature: To ensure the health and well-being of the Bicolour Blenny, provide an environment that mirrors its natural habitat:

  • Temperature: Maintain a temperature range of 72°F to 78°F (22°C to 26°C) for optimal comfort.
  • pH Level: Keep the pH level between 8.1 and 8.4 to replicate their natural marine conditions.
  • Salinity: Maintain a specific gravity of 1.020 to 1.025 for proper marine conditions.
  • Water Quality: Ensure excellent water quality with regular monitoring of ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels, as Blennies are sensitive to poor water conditions.

Feeding: The Bicolour Blenny is an herbivorous fish with a diet consisting primarily of algae. Provide a varied diet that includes:

  • Algae-Based Foods: Such as spirulina flakes, algae wafers, and blanched vegetables like spinach and zucchini.
  • Prepared Foods: High-quality marine pellets and flakes designed for herbivorous fish.
  • Natural Algae: Allowing natural algae growth in the tank can provide a supplemental food source.

Tank Mates: The Bicolour Blenny is generally peaceful and can coexist well with other non-aggressive marine fish. Suitable tank mates include clownfish, gobies, and other small, peaceful fish. Avoid housing them with aggressive or territorial species that may cause stress or conflict.

Substrates and Tank Decorations: Use a sandy or fine gravel substrate to create a comfortable environment. Incorporate live rock formations, caves, and crevices to provide hiding spots and mimic their natural reef environment. The Bicolour Blenny enjoys having places to explore and hide.

Suitable Plants: While the Bicolour Blenny does not interact with plants, you can use hardy marine plants like macroalgae (e.g., Chaetomorpha or Caulerpa) to create a naturalistic setting and help with water quality.

Sexing: Sexing Bicolour Blennies can be challenging as there are no obvious external differences between males and females. Behavioral differences may sometimes be observed, particularly during breeding.

Breeding: Breeding Bicolour Blennies in captivity is possible but can be challenging. Provide a breeding tank with plenty of hiding spots and maintain excellent water quality. During breeding, the male will often guard the eggs until they hatch. The fry should be fed on microscopic foods like rotifers and newly hatched brine shrimp.

Maximum Size and Longevity: The Bicolour Blenny typically grows to about 4 to 5 inches (10 to 13 cm) in length. With proper care, they can live up to 3 to 5 years or more, providing long-term enjoyment and vibrant activity in your aquarium.

General Information: The Bicolour Blenny is admired for its playful behavior and striking coloration. Its adaptability to various marine conditions and peaceful nature make it an excellent addition to marine aquariums.

A Fun Fact: The Bicolour Blenny is known for its curious and bold nature, often perching on rocks and peeking out from crevices to observe its surroundings. This behavior adds a lot of personality to the aquarium, making it a joy to watch.

Family

Blenniidae

Origin

Indo-Pacific

Social

Semi-Aggressive

Breeding

Egglayer

Care Level

Easy

pH Level Aquarium pH measures water acidity/alkalinity. 7 is neutral. Fish have pH preferences; maintain ideal levels for their health and stability.

8.1 – 8.4

GH Level GH (General Hardness) in aquariums measures minerals like calcium and magnesium. It affects fish health by showing water\'s mineral content.

12 – 15 dGH

KH Level KH (Carbonate Hardness) in an aquarium stabilizes pH. It acts like a shield, keeping the water conditions just right for fish.

8 – 12 dKH

Temperature Ideal temperature needed for fish

21°C – 28°C

Life Span

2 – 4 Years

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