Queensland blenny - Ecsenius mandibularis
Species name: Ecsenius mandibularis
Synonyms: Ecsenius mandibularis
Common Names: Queensland blenny
Family: Blenniidae (Combtooth blennies)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-likes)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned Fishes)
Max.Size: 7.5 cm / 3 inches
Environment: Marine reef
Origin: Western Central Pacific
Temperament: Harmless
Company: Ecsenius mandibularis (Queensland blenny) should not be kept with similar species or sharks.
Aquarium Setup: Ecsenius mandibularis (Queensland blenny) is a temperate fish and will not survive a rapid move to a tropical aquarium. Instead of scales, it is protected by slime. Queensland blenny enjoys digging and jumping. Keep your fish in a covered aquarium with mixed size rubble and gravel.
Food: Ecsenius mandibularis (Queensland blenny) eat alge and plants in the wild. They will appreciate natural algae, spinach and home-made vegetable preparations.
Breeding: We are unable to provide any information regarding the breeding of Ecsenius mandibularis (Queensland blenny) in aquariums.
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