Lined Fangblenny (Meiacanthus lineatus)
Fish in the family Blenniidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Slender body with horizontal lines running the length of the fish, tan to brown coloration with white or pale stripes. Fangblennies are characterized by enlarged canine teeth and a small mouth adapted for feeding in crevices.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods including finely chopped frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and small copepods. Fangblennies are ambush predators in the wild; offer multiple small feedings daily to stimulate natural feeding behavior.
Difficulty and care for the Lined Fangblenny
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, Bacterial Infections
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to the Great Barrier Reef and beyond, found on coral reef slopes.
Log Lined Fangblenny in your reef tank
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