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Black Sailfin Blenny (Atrosalarias fuscus) - Saltwater Aquarium Fish

🐠 Black Sailfin Blenny (Atrosalarias fuscus)

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🐠 Black Sailfin Blenny (Atrosalarias fuscus)
Marine Fish • Reef-Safe Grazer • Rock–Perch Specialist • Algae Control

 

📋 The Black Sailfin Blenny is a robust, rock-perching algae grazer with a tall sail-like dorsal fin and a deep, velvety dark body that can show subtle brown undertones. It spends much of its day grazing film and turf algae on rock surfaces and ledges, popping into crevices when startled.

Hardy and personable, this blenny brings functional value to reef systems by helping curb nuisance algae. Provide ample live rock and a mature system to support its natural grazing behavior.

 

💡 Highlights

Sail-Like Dorsal Fin: Dramatic profile on a compact fish
Natural Algae Controller: Constant film/turf grazer
📏 Reef-Friendly Size: Works in small to mid-size aquariums
Coral-Safe (Well Fed): Monitor in SPS-heavy tanks
🐠 Perching Personality: Engaging, visible, and active

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🧾 A Quick Look at the Black Sailfin Blenny

 

📛 Common Name: Black Sailfin Blenny
🔬 Scientific Name: Atrosalarias fuscus
👨‍👩‍👧 Family: Blenniidae
🌍 Origin: Indo-Pacific
📏 Max Size: 12–14 cm (≈ 4.7–5.5")
💧 pH Range: 8.1 – 8.4
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24 – 28 °C (≈ 75 – 82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Easy to Intermediate
💖 Temperament: Peaceful; may defend a perch
🪸 Reef Safe: ✅ Generally reef safe when well fed
🏠 Min Tank Size: 114 L (≈ 30 US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom to mid; perches on live rock
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes
Lifespan: 4 – 6 years
🍽️ Diet: Herbivore/omnivore – film/turf algae, supplemented foods
🐣 Reproduction: Egg-layer; male guards nest

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