🐠 Red Lip Blenny (Ophioblennius atlanticus)
🐠 Red Lip Blenny (Ophioblennius atlanticus)
Marine Fish • Reef-Safe Grazer • Rock Percher • Algae Control
📋 The Red Lip Blenny (Ophioblennius atlanticus) is a striking reef-safe species known for its bold red mouth and curious personality. Its elongated body, expressive face, and perching behavior make it a lively addition to reef aquariums.
Highly valued as a natural algae grazer, this blenny is both attractive and functional. Peaceful and easy to maintain, it thrives in marine setups with ample live rock for grazing and hiding.
💡 Highlights
✨ Red Lips & Dark Body: Unique and eye-catching appearance
⚪ Excellent Algae Eater: Keeps rock and glass algae-free
📏 Compact & Hardy: Great for nano and mid-size tanks
✅ Coral-Safe: Does not harm corals or invertebrates
🐠 Peaceful Personality: Social and inquisitive
🧾 A Quick Look at the Red Lip Blenny
📛 Common Name: Red Lip Blenny
🔬 Scientific Name: Ophioblennius atlanticus
👨👩👧 Family: Blenniidae
🌍 Origin: Western Atlantic – Caribbean, Bermuda, Florida Keys
📏 Max Size: 10 cm (≈ 4″)
💧 pH Range: 8.1 – 8.4
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24 – 28 °C (≈ 75 – 82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Easy
💖 Temperament: Peaceful, though territorial with other blennies
🪸 Reef Safe: ✅ Yes — excellent algae grazer
🏠 Min Tank Size: 95 L (≈ 25 US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom to mid; prefers rocky structures
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: 4 – 6 years
🍽️ Diet: Herbivore — film and hair algae
🐣 Reproduction: Egg-layer; males guard the nest
