Midas Blenny (Ecsenius midas)
Fish in the family Blenniidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Midas Blenny is a small, stocky fish with a golden-yellow to bright orange coloration on the head and body. It features a rounded, blunt head with large eyes positioned high on the skull, and its body tapers posteriorly to a slightly rounded tail. Males often display more vibrant coloring and may develop small tentacle-like cirri above the eyes.
Diet and feeding
In captivity, feed a varied diet of high-quality marine flakes, small pellets, frozen mysis shrimp, and frozen copepods 1-2 times daily. They will also graze on live rock and algae growth, making a mature, well-established aquarium beneficial.
Difficulty and care for the Midas 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, Bacterial Infections, Fungal Diseases
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea and East Africa to the Great Barrier Reef and Vanuatu, typically found in shallow reef environments.
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