The ORA® Captive-Bred Smith's Blenny is also known as White's Blenny, White Blenny, Smith's Fang Blenny, or Disco Blenny. The body of the animal is blue, with stripes of black that begin at the chin and extends through the eye as well as down towards the dorsal fin.
It can be a great addition in aquariums when it is paired with live rocks in a 30 gallon or larger tank. Live rock offers areas to hunt and feed on small crustaceans and areas to conceal. It's not typically aggressive unless tankmates have the same shape as it does. The fangs are defense mechanism to bite an aggressive fish.
The ORA® Captive-Bred Smith's Blenny should be fed a balanced diet consisting of herbivore-friendly prepared foods. The fish should be fed small portions of food multiple times per day. They are carnivores.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/4" to 2"
The Smith's Blenny ORA® Captive-Bred, also known as the White Blenny or Disco Blenny, features a long, slender, white body adorned with a lateral black stripe. This stripe extends across the dorsal fin and over the eye.
Tank Requirements: Best suited for smaller aquariums, ideally 10 gallons or larger.
Habitat Needs: Provide a stable system with ample live rock for feeding and hiding.
Behavior: Generally tranquil but uses sharp, venomous fangs for defense if threatened. Avoid housing with fish of similar shape.
Smith's Blenny Diet
The Smith's Blenny thrives on a varied diet, including:
Chopped Crustaceans: Essential for their nutrition.
Frozen Herbivore Preparations: Ensures a balanced diet.
ORA's Contribution to Marine Aquariums
Oceans, Reefs & Aquariums (ORA®) specializes in aquacultured saltwater fish, invertebrates, and live foods. Located at Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Campus, ORA is North America's largest marine ornamental hatchery.
Mission: Research and produce healthy, attractive aquacultured species for the marine aquarium trade.
Benefits: ORA's aquacultured marine life helps conserve coral reefs and offers hobbyists a sustainable alternative to wild-caught specimens.
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