Canary Blenny (Meiacanthus oualanensis)
Canary Blenny is a vibrant fish native to Melanesia, known for its striking yellow coloration. It thrives in tropical aquariums with a temperature range of 23-27°C (73-81°F). Ideal for intermediate aquarists, this species prefers medium lighting and a well-maintained environment with rocks and hiding spots.
It is omnivorous and benefits from a diet including frozen foods such as mysis or Gamma Slice Chopped Prawn. Males tend to be larger than females and require a balanced, varied diet to maintain health and color.
| Water Parameters |
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| Specific Gravity: 1.020–1.025 |
| pH: 8.1–8.4 |
FAQ
What is the ideal water temperature for Canary Blenny?
The ideal temperature range is 23-27°C (73-81°F).
What kind of diet does the Canary Blenny prefer?
It is omnivorous and should be fed frozen foods such as mysis or Gamma Slice Chopped Prawn.
Does the Canary Blenny require specific tank conditions?
Yes, it prefers medium lighting and a tank with rocks or hiding places to feel secure.
Harry Rutherford –
The canary blenny adds a bright yellow splash to my tank. I’ve been keeping it for three months and it’s active and healthy. I provide frozen mysis twice a week and it enjoys the rocks in the tank. Very easy to care for once the water parameters are stable.
Stewart Morrison –
Beautiful fish with a lovely color. I noticed males grow larger than females. I keep it in a 55-gallon tank with plenty of rock structures. Feeding it mysis works well. It’s not aggressive and blends well with other community fish.
Molly Bower –
Great addition to a tropical aquarium. The fish stays active and shows good color even after a few weeks. I maintain pH between 8.2 and 8.4 and specific gravity around 1.023. Feeding with chopped prawn works well and it seems to thrive.