Marbled (Rhino) Blenny (Atlantic)

Blennies are diminutive fish typically with elongated bodies, and as such we do not recommend any aggressive or large-mouthed fish to be kept with them; this includes all groupers, snappers, sweetlips, soapfish, lionfish, eels, goatfish, anglers/frogfish, leaf fish, and any other fish who may eat them.

The Marbled blenny is an interesting and occasional import from the Caribbean. It may be shades of olive green to earthy brown with a white bar extending from its eye to its shoulder. It has a high first dorsal fin ray and numerous eyespots on the rear fins. Its large eyes and pointed lips give it a comical appearance. Males and females are visually identical; however males may grow larger. It grows up to 4 inches.

The Marbled blenny spends most of its time perched on top of or in rocks with its head sticking out, always alert and watching its environment. In the wild it makes its nest inside the tube shaped sponge Verongia fistularis. In the aquarium substitutes such as barnacle shells or pvc pipes may be used.

Diet should include plenty of high quality meaty items, marine algae, Spirulina, and frozen Mysis shrimp. It is preferable to feed more than once a day. We recommend an aquarium of at least 30 gallons or larger.