Saltwater Sanctuary LLC
Starry Blenny
Starry Blenny
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A characterful grazing blenny with a speckled body and expressive head cirri.
Quick Care Guide
| Scientific name | Salarias ramosus |
|---|---|
| Care level | Easy to moderate |
| Recommended aquarium | 30 gallons or larger |
| Adult size | About 5½ inches |
| Temperament | Generally peaceful; territorial with similar blennies |
| Diet | Primarily herbivore |
| Reef compatibility | Generally reef compatible |
Tank Requirements
Provide established rockwork with grazing surfaces and secure resting holes. Tank recommendations refer to long-term housing; adult size, tank footprint and existing livestock also matter.
Diet & Feeding
Supply algae-based prepared foods and nori; do not rely on nuisance algae alone.
Temperament & Compatibility
Avoid competing blennies in small aquariums; monitor territorial behavior.
Water Conditions
- Temperature: 75–78°F
- Specific gravity: 1.024–1.026
- pH: 8.1–8.4
- Ammonia and nitrite: undetectable
Maintain stable conditions, good oxygenation and regular water quality checks. Match acclimation to the fish's actual holding water.
Special Considerations
Confirm it accepts supplemental food as natural algae availability changes.
Sold individually unless the selected listing states otherwise. Size, color and pattern vary by specimen.
