Canary Blenny Fish

The Canary Blenny, *Meiacanthus oualanensis*, is a vibrant yellow fish with a slender body and a distinctive, slightly downturned mouth. Its bright coloration makes it a standout addition to any marine aquarium.

A minimum of a 20-gallon tank is recommended for the Canary Blenny, providing ample swimming space and plenty of live rock for hiding and grazing. This species is generally considered reef-safe, as it is not known to nip at corals or invertebrates.

The Canary Blenny is a venomous fish, possessing fangs that can deliver a mild, non-lethal bite. However, they are generally peaceful and pose no threat to other tank inhabitants unless provoked. They are not easily bred in captivity, and there are no readily apparent visual differences between males and females.

The diet of the Canary Blenny should consist of a variety of meaty foods, including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and other small crustaceans. They will also readily accept high-quality marine flake and pellet foods. In a well-established aquarium with live rock, they will also graze on small invertebrates and algae. They typically reach a size of about 3 inches in the aquarium.