Beautiful Combtooth Blenny (Ecsenius pulcher)
Fish in the family Blenniidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A small, elongated blenny with a somewhat compressed body and large, prominent eyes positioned high on the head. The coloration is variable, typically featuring shades of brown, yellow, or tan with darker bands or mottling along the body; the head often displays brighter yellow or orange hues. Males may display intensified coloration during territorial displays.
Diet and feeding
Feed a varied diet of high-quality frozen foods including mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, and copepods. Supplement with micro-pellets formulated for small blennies and occasional fresh vegetable matter to mimic natural algae and detritus grazing.
Difficulty and care for the Beautiful Combtooth Blenny
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Ich, fin rot, bacterial infections from stress or poor water quality
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, including Indonesia and the Philippines. Found on coral reef slopes and rubble areas in tropical Indo-Pacific waters.
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