Midas Blenny - Ecsenius midas
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The Midas Blenny (Ecsenius midas) is a vibrant and active reef fish known for its striking golden-orange coloration and playful personality. This peaceful blenny is an excellent addition to reef aquariums, providing algae control while adding dynamic movement and character to the tank.
Common Name: Midas Blenny
Scientific Name: Ecsenius midas
Family: Blenniidae
Size: Up to 4 inches (10 cm)
Temperament: Peaceful
Difficulty: Easy
Reef Safe: Yes
Native Region: Found throughout the Indo-Pacific, including Indonesia, the Philippines, and Papua New Guinea, typically inhabiting shallow reef flats and rock crevices with abundant algae.
Tank Size: Minimum of 20 gallons
Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)
pH: 8.0–8.4
Salinity: 1.023–1.025
Substrate: Live rock with crevices and algae-covered surfaces for grazing and hiding.
• Algae Control: Actively grazes on film algae, helping maintain a clean tank environment.
• Behavior: Peaceful but may defend territory against other similar-looking blennies.
• Diet: Herbivorous—supplement grazing with spirulina-based flakes or algae sheets if natural algae is limited.
• Tankmates: Compatible with most peaceful reef fish; avoid aggressive species that may stress the blenny.