Yellowtail Black Blenny (Ecsenius flavipes)
Fish in the family Blenniidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A small blenny with a predominantly black body and bright yellow tail fin, making it highly distinctive. The head is somewhat blunt, and the body tapers posteriorly with a combed dorsal fin.
Diet and feeding
Feeds on small crustaceans, copepods, and algae in the wild. In captivity, offer a varied diet of quality flake food, frozen mysis shrimp, and small frozen foods designed for small fish.
Difficulty and care for the Yellowtail Black Blenny
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, including the Great Barrier Reef and Indonesian waters.
Log Yellowtail Black Blenny in your reef tank
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