Molly Miller Blenny

The Molly Miller Blenny, scientifically known as Scartella cristata, is a small, hardy, and colorful marine fish with a mottled tan, white, and black pattern, known for its large eyes and short hair-like appendages on its head. 

Appearance:

• Color: The Molly Miller Blenny exhibits a mottled pattern of tan, white, and black, covering both its body and fins. 
  
• Head: It has distinctive features, including large eyes and short hair-like appendages (cirri) around its head. 
  
• Size: They typically grow up to 4 inches (10-12.5 cm) in length. 
  

Habitat and Behavior:

• Distribution:
  Found in the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Northwest Pacific Oceans. 
  
• Habitat:
  They inhabit shallow coral reefs, rocky areas, and lagoons, thriving in environments with ample live rock, sandy areas, and plenty of algae to graze on. 
  
• Behavior:
  Known for their energetic and active nature, spending much of their time grazing on algae and small invertebrates. 
  
• Temperament:
  They are generally peaceful and can coexist well with other fish in community tanks. 
  

Diet:

• Omnivorous: They are omnivores, feeding on algae, small invertebrates, and detritus. 
  
• Aquarium Diet: In aquariums, they thrive on a diet of algae-based foods, high-quality pellets, and occasional frozen foods. 
  
• Cleaning Skills: They are known for their cleaning skills, helping to control algae and detritus in the aquarium.