Scooter Blenny
(Neosynchiropus ocellatus)

Description

Scooter Blenny: A Captivating Bottom-Dweller for Your Reef Aquarium

Add a touch of unique charm to your marine setup with the delightful Scooter Blenny! These peaceful dragonets “scoot” along your substrate, offering endless fascination and natural beauty.

Overview

The Scooter Blenny (*Neosynchiropus ocellatus*), also known as the Ocellated Dragonet, is a small, captivating fish with a distinctly diamond-shaped body when viewed from above. They display a mottled brown and tan coloration, often with red highlights and subtle blue spots on the head. Males are typically more colorful and feature an impressive, sail-like dorsal fin with an orange base, which they erect during displays. These bottom-dwelling fish are known for their unique way of moving along the substrate using their pectoral fins, constantly sifting for tiny invertebrates.

Care Level

The Scooter Blenny is considered a moderate to difficult species to care for, best suited for experienced aquarists. They are peaceful and generally compatible with other docile, similarly sized marine inhabitants in a well-established reef or fish-only aquarium. Avoid housing them with aggressive species or anemones, which could pose a threat.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 114 litres (30 gallons) is recommended, though a larger system of 200-300 litres (55-79 gallons) with a deep live sand bed and ample live rock is ideal to ensure a continuous food source and plenty of exploration opportunities. Maintain stable water parameters: a pH range of 8.0-8.5 and a temperature of 22-28°C.

Diet

Scooter Blennies are carnivores that primarily graze on small benthic invertebrates, especially copepods and other microcrustaceans from the live rock and sand. A mature aquarium with a thriving population of zooplankton is crucial. While some may learn to accept small live or frozen foods, a consistent supply of live copepods is essential for their long-term health.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Scooter Blenny online from us, you receive healthy aquarium fish responsibly sourced and meticulously cared for. We prioritize ethical practices, ensuring each specimen is robust and ready to thrive in your carefully prepared marine environment. Trust Corais de Vidro for vibrant, captivating reef inhabitants.

• Scientific Name: Neosynchiropus ocellatus
• Common Name / Variant: Scooter Blenny / Ocellated Dragonet
• Maximum Size: 9 cm
• Origin: Indo-West Pacific: Southern Japan to Marquesan Islands
• pH Range: 8.0–8.5
• Temperature: 22–28°C
• Lifespan: 5–8 years
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

Bring the dynamic charm of a Scooter Blenny to your reef tank today!