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Reticulated Blenny Aquarium Care Guide

Lipophrys canevae

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Keeping Reticulated Blenny in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: territorial
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept singly or in a mated pair in a species-specific tank or with other robust, non-aggressive species that occupy different niches. Avoid housing with other blennies or small, shy fish.
  • Special requirements: Requires ample rockwork with crevices and hiding spots. A well-established tank with mature live rock is essential for grazing on microfauna and providing suitable shelter. Good water quality and stable parameters are crucial.

Water parameters

Temperature
22-26°C (72-79°F)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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