🐠 Two Spot Blenny (Ecsenius bimaculatus)
🐠 Two Spot Blenny (Ecsenius bimaculatus)
Marine Fish • Reef-Safe • Algae Grazer • Small Bio-Intel Display
📋 The Two Spot Blenny (Ecsenius bimaculatus) is a tiny, energetic reef fish recognized by its pair of dark flank spots and lively perching behaviour. It’s an efficient film-algae grazer that spends its time hopping between rocks, cleaning surfaces, and watching activity from safe hideouts. Hardy, peaceful, and interactive, it’s a perfect addition to nano or community reef aquariums.
💡 Highlights
✨ Twin Spots: Distinct markings for easy identification
⚪ Compact Size: Ideal for nano to mid-sized aquariums
📏 Helpful Grazer: Reduces algae growth naturally
✅ Reef Safe: Harmless to corals and invertebrates
🐠 Active Personality: Constantly moving and perching
🧾 A Quick Look at the Two Spot Blenny
📛 Common Name: Two Spot Blenny
🔬 Scientific Name: Ecsenius bimaculatus
👨👩👧 Family: Blenniidae
🌍 Origin: Western Pacific – Philippines & Indonesia
📏 Max Size: 5 cm (≈ 2″)
💧 pH Range: 8.0 – 8.4
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24 – 28 °C (≈ 75 – 82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Easy
💖 Temperament: Peaceful; may defend a perch
🪸 Reef Safe: ✅ Excellent choice for reef tanks
🏠 Min Tank Size: 40 L (≈ 10 US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom to mid; perches on rock
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: 3 – 5 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore – algae, microfauna, small frozen foods
🐣 Reproduction: Egg-layer; male guards nest
