Molly Miller Blenny (Scartella cristata)
Fish in the family Blenniidae. Beginner care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Small, elongated blenny with a prominent erectile crest along the head and anterior back. Coloration ranges from brown to olive-gray with darker mottling and pale spots; males often display brighter colors and more prominent crests during breeding.
Diet and feeding
Marine algae, small crustaceans, copepods, frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and prepared foods.
Difficulty and care for the Molly Miller Blenny
Easy - Highly underrated utility fish for algae control. Best suited for beginners.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
Origin and habitat
Western Atlantic, from Bermuda and the Bahamas south through the Caribbean to the Gulf of Mexico and Brazil.
Keeper notes
Highly underrated utility fish for algae control. Excellent algae eater. Hardy and reef safe.
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