Brown Sabretooth Blenny (Petroscirtes lupus)
Fish in the family Blenniidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Brown to tan body with darker brown mottling or banding; elongated blenny form with a pointed snout. Distinctive large, fang-like teeth protrude from the lower jaw, giving it the "sabretooth" common name.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods including frozen mysis shrimp, frozen bloodworms, and small crustaceans. Can be trained to accept high-quality pellets. Feed 1-2 times daily in appropriate portions.
Difficulty and care for the Brown Sabretooth Blenny
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Columnaris disease, Hole-in-the-head disease
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, East Africa, and throughout coral reef systems to the Great Barrier Reef and Pacific islands.
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