Striped Blenny (Gammistes Blenny)
The Striped Blenny is also known as Gammistes Blenny, Striped Fang Blenny, or Striped Poison-Fang Blenny. It features alternating black and yellow stripes that run the full length of its body.
It thrives in a 30-gallon or larger aquarium with live rock. The live rock offers hiding spots and hunting grounds for small crustaceans, which form part of its natural diet. The fish is generally peaceful but may display defensive behavior if tank mates have similar body shapes. Its fangs are primarily used to deter aggressive fish.
Diet includes chopped crustaceans, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, and frozen herbivore food.
| Size Range | Approximate Size |
|---|---|
| Small | 1″ to 2″ |
| Medium | 2″ to 3″ |
| Large | 3″ and above |
FAQ
What kind of tank setup is best for a Striped Blenny?
A 30-gallon or larger tank with live rock is ideal. The live rock provides hiding spots and areas to hunt small crustaceans.
Is the Striped Blenny aggressive toward other fish?
It is generally peaceful. Aggression is rare and typically occurs only if tank mates have similar body shapes.
What does the Striped Blenny eat?
Chopped crustaceans, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, and frozen herbivore food.
Rachel Oliver –
Added a Striped Blenny to my 40-gallon tank with live rock. It’s active but not aggressive. Feeds well on brine shrimp and small crustaceans. Looks great with the yellow and black stripes.
Colin Miller –
The fish has adapted well to the tank. It hides in the rock crevices during the day and comes out at night. Feeding is easy with chopped shrimp.
Edward McLean –
Peaceful and visually striking. I didn’t expect it to be so active. It’s a good addition to a reef tank with other small fish.