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Oyster Blenny Aquarium Care Guide

Hypleurochilus geminatus

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Keeping Oyster Blenny in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: omnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
  • Compatibility: Can be kept with other peaceful to semi-aggressive fish of similar size, but care must be taken with other blennies or bottom-dwellers due to territoriality. Provide ample hiding spots.
  • Special requirements: Requires plenty of live rock, empty oyster shells, or other crevices for hiding and establishing territory. A well-established tank with mature biofilm and algae is beneficial for grazing.

Water parameters

Temperature
72-78°F (22-26°C)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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