Starry blenny
(Salarias ramosus)

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Starry Blenny: Your Tank’s Ultimate Algae Grazer

Add a captivating personality and natural algae control to your marine aquarium with the Starry Blenny. This industrious bottom-dweller offers both beauty and utility.

Overview

The Starry Blenny (*Salarias ramosus*) is a charming fish adorned with a mottled dark brown body covered in countless small, bright white to light blue spots, reminiscent of a starry night sky. Its expressive eyes and bushy cirri add to its unique character. Known for perching on live rock and decor, these blennies display an engaging personality as they meticulously graze surfaces, making them fascinating to observe in your healthy aquarium fish collection.

Care Level

Intermediate. The Starry Blenny is generally peaceful, yet can be territorial towards similar-looking species or other bottom-dwelling herbivores, particularly in smaller setups. It’s best kept as the sole blenny unless in a very spacious aquarium with abundant natural algae. Provide a secure lid, as these active fish are known to jump.

Tank Essentials

A minimum of 115 litres is recommended for a single Starry Blenny, with larger tanks highly encouraged to support adequate algae growth. Ensure your aquarium is well-established with plenty of stable live rock for grazing and hiding. Maintain water parameters within pH 8.1-8.4 and a temperature range of 22-27°C.

Diet

Primarily herbivorous, the Starry Blenny is an avid algae grazer. Its diet should consist mainly of naturally occurring marine algae in your tank. Supplement with high-quality marine-based algae sheets, Spirulina flakes, and other vegetable matter. Occasional meaty foods may be accepted, but robust algae availability is crucial for their well-being.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Starry Blenny online from us, you’re choosing a responsibly sourced, healthy specimen. We prioritize the well-being of our aquatic life, ensuring careful acclimation and humane shipping practices. Trust Corais de Vidro for vibrant, quality fish that thrive in your home aquarium.

• Scientific Name: Salarias ramosus
• Common Name / Variant: Starry Blenny
• Maximum Size: 14 cm
• Origin: Indo-Pacific: Philippines to Northwestern Australia
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 22–27°C
• Lifespan: Up to 5 years
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

Bring home this diligent algae eater and enjoy its unique charm today!

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