Kamohara's blenny
Meiacanthus kamoharai
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Meiacanthus kamoharai grows up to 5 cm. Its body is elongated with horizontal brown and white stripes. The dorsal fin is low and continuous. It has a small downward-facing mouth. It is a bottom-dwelling fish that often hides in crevices. It is very shy but becomes more visible once acclimated. It feeds on algae and microorganisms. It can be kept in pairs.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| GH | 8–12 |
| KH | 8–12 |
| Salinity | 1.02–1.025 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.1 |
Care
Difficulty1/5
Dietherbivore
Min. tank60 L
Min. group1
Adult size5 cm
Lifespan3 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025. A minimum tank of 60 liters is sufficient. Provide plenty of rockwork hiding places. It accepts frozen foods and algae-based flakes. Compatible with peaceful fish and shrimp. Avoid aggressive territorial fish. Stable water and gentle filtration are recommended. It may jump, so a lid is necessary.