{"product_id":"bicolour-blenny","title":"Bicolour blenny","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Bicolour Blenny\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bicolour Blenny is a popular marine aquarium fish recognised for its striking \u003cstrong\u003etwo-tone colouration\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a dark brown to black front half and a yellow-orange rear section. Its comical personality and habit of perching on rocks make it a favourite for reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBicolour Blennies spend much of their time \u003cstrong\u003eperched on rockwork\u003c\/strong\u003e, darting between hiding spots and grazing on algae growing across the aquarium. They are excellent algae grazers, although they should not be relied upon as the sole method of algae control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mature reef aquarium with established live rock and natural algae growth is ideal. Supplement their diet with marine algae-based foods and quality prepared foods, particularly in aquariums where natural algae is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally peaceful towards other fish but can become territorial towards other blennies or similarly shaped bottom-dwelling species. Plenty of rockwork with caves and crevices helps provide suitable territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBicolour Blennies are reef safe and generally leave corals alone, making them an excellent addition to many marine community and reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEcsenius bicolor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bicolour Blenny \/ Bicolor Blenny\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blenniidae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine Fish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 11 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful to Semi-Territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 L+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.0–8.4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.023–1.026 SG\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivore \/ Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom to Midwater\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reef aquariums, marine community tanks and mature systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Bicolour Blennies reef safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They are generally considered reef safe and typically leave corals and invertebrates alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Bicolour Blennies eat algae?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They naturally graze on algae and biofilm growing on rockwork. However, a varied supplemental diet is still recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep multiple Bicolour Blennies together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally, it is best to keep \u003cstrong\u003eone per aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly in smaller systems. They can become territorial towards other blennies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Bicolour Blennies eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide marine algae-based foods, spirulina preparations, algae sheets and quality marine pellets. They will also graze naturally on algae and biofilm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Bicolour Blennies need live rock?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey benefit greatly from mature rockwork containing natural algae and plenty of caves and crevices for hiding and perching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdding one to a brand-new aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey benefit from an established aquarium with naturally growing algae and biofilm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping multiple blennies in a small tank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey can become territorial towards other blennies and similarly shaped fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelying entirely on natural algae\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the aquarium doesn't produce enough algae, provide regular supplemental feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot providing enough rockwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCaves, holes and perching areas are important for their natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIgnoring their jumping ability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlennies can jump when startled, so a secure lid or suitable tank design is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48917884928139,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/RxLfK4Q_790hfxzxWQ48LimZ05lkeD5uiO5cpoSFoe_C8HeP8kzi2ypmOVYluNmwlQWw1yfZuN22bMS8czqftIofZmbwEa6f3bMZx5bYJC7f6Tc3CsJzhjlUl1I59WzBPGQLr9vFaurblc24zm3NSx18GgBEPhNReCX2W9xYzSjYjwVA9ZX8knb.jpg?v=1786780625","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/bicolour-blenny","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}