Black Sailfin Blenny

The Black Sailfin Blenny is prized by its ferocious consumption of microalgae that cause a nuisance. However, this Black Sailfin Blenny is most well-known for its striking black coloring on the fins and the body. Because the Black Sailfin needs living rock in order to feed Atrosalarias fuscus is a great addition to any saltwater reef. The species is native to reefs in Java. The Black Sailfin Blenny requires ample living rock with microalgae growth that it can hunt to find food. This species of the Blenniidae family is an essential microalgae eater, meaning that it must consume microalgae as part of its diet to live. However, it can be supplemented by vegetable matter, which includes frozen and dried food items that contain blue-green and marine algae (spirulina).   For optimal maintenance, place a Black Sailfin Blenny in an aquarium that is at minimum 30 Gallons. It is known to hide in rockwork and caves, which is why you should provide a variety of places where the Black Sailfin Blenny can find peace. If it is properly maintained this species of Atrosalarias can consume large quantities of algae. This Black Sailfin Blenny is peaceful with tankmates of the same dimensions and characteristics. It can nip at tiny polyps of stony corals as well as clam mantles, but not often. Additionally, it is possible that this Black Sailfin Blenny may be territorial to its own species. Therefore, if you are adding multiple Black Sailfin Blenny into an aquarium, it's ideal to adjust them all at once.   Often referred to as The Dusky Blenny, Brown Coral Blenny, Black Blenny, Highfin Blenny, or Brown Combtooth Blenny. Males tend to be bigger than females, and they experience an array of color shifts as they breed.   Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1" to 2"; Medium: 2" to 3"; Large: 3" to 4"