Common name: Redspotted rockskipper

General information

The Red-spotted Blenny, scientifically known as Blenniella chrysospilos, is a small, colorful fish that adds both character and color to a reef aquarium. They are known for their distinctive red spots and playful behavior. These blennies are often found perching on rocks or coral, darting in and out of crevices with agility.

Care

Red-spotted Blennies are hardy and adaptable, making them suitable for both beginner and advanced aquarists. They require an aquarium with plenty of live rock for hiding and grazing on microalgae. It's important to maintain stable water conditions and provide a varied diet that includes algae-based foods and meaty items like mysis shrimp.

Reproduction

In the wild, Blenniella chrysospilos are known to lay eggs in crevices or under overhangs. The male guards the eggs until they hatch. While breeding them in captivity is not common, providing a stress-free environment with plenty of hiding spaces can encourage reproductive behavior.

Habitat

Red-spotted Blennies are found in the Indo-Pacific region, from the Red Sea and East Africa to Samoa, north to the Ryukyu Islands, and south to New Caledonia. They inhabit shallow coral reefs and rocky areas, usually not deeper than 12 meters.