Carpet Eel Blenny
Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.
The Carpet Eel Blenny is not really an Eel or a Blenny. It is a pseudochromid (Dottyback). Its common names include Eared Eel Blenny and Green Wolf Eel. Its body is a brownish color with highlights of green.
It requires a 50 gallon or larger aquarium with plenty of hiding places. The aquarium should have a tight-fitting lid to prevent escape. The Wolf Eel may be kept in a reef aquarium, but will eat smaller fish and crustaceans.
Its diet should include meaty foods such as small marine fish, chopped clam, and prawns.
Like other eels, they are generally compatible with: Large Angelfish, Boxfish, Groupers, Grunts & Sweetlips, Lionfish & Scorpionfish, Puffers and Tangs & Surgeons.
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Name: Carpet Eel Blenny (Congrogadus subducens)
Family: Congrogadidae Range: Pacific Size: Up to 18 inches Diet: Carnivore Tank Set-up: Marine: Coral or rock, plants Reef Compatible: With caution Tank Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4 Minimum Tank Capacity: 50 gallon Light: High Temperament: Aggressive Swimming Level: Bottom Care Level: Easy Care Level: Egg Layer |
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