Yellow blenny

Meiacanthus luteus

FishMarine

Meiacanthus luteus grows up to 8 cm. Its body is uniformly bright yellow, sometimes with a slight orange tint. The dorsal fin is long and low. It has large eyes and a protractile mouth. It is an active fish that often swims in open water. It is curious and may approach the glass. It feeds on zooplankton and small crustaceans. It is known for its hardiness.

Recommended parameters

ParameterRecommended range
Temperature24–28
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12
KH8–12
Salinity1.02–1.025
NO₃≤ 20
PO₄≤ 0.1

Care

Difficulty2/5
Dietcarnivore
Min. tank100 L
Min. group1
Adult size8 cm
Lifespan4 ans
Temperamentpeaceful

Care notes

Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025. A minimum tank of 100 liters is recommended. It needs swimming space and some rockwork. It accepts frozen foods, flakes, and pellets. Compatible with most peaceful fish. Avoid aggressive fish. Moderate filtration and standard lighting are suitable. It can be kept in small groups.