Canary Blenny (Meiacanthus oualanensis)
Fish in the family Blenniidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Bright yellow body with a stocky, elongated blenny form and a relatively blunt head. Dorsal fin runs the length of the back; distinguished by fang-like teeth typical of Meiacanthus species.
Diet and feeding
Marine copepods, small crustaceans, polychaete worms, mysis shrimp
Difficulty and care for the Canary 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, Hole-in-the-Head Disease, White Spot Disease
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, from the Great Barrier Reef and Coral Sea region to Oceania including Fiji and the Marshall Islands.
Log Canary Blenny in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Canary Blenny alongside everything else in your reef.
