Yellow Eye Combtooth Blenny
Ecsenius ops
Saltwater Fish
Species Group: Blenny
Family: Blenniidae
Log in or create an account to add this species to your tanks.
Water parameters
Temp
76-80 F
Temperature
Maintaining a stable and appropriate temperature is critical for the survival of aquatic life.
pH 7.8 - 8.4 potential of HydrogenMeasuring the acidity or alkalinity of water on a 0–14 scale, where 7 is neutral, 7 is alkaline.
NO3 1-20 ppm NitrateWhile less toxic than ammonia, high nitrate levels (above 40–80 ppm) are important to monitor because they can cause fish stress, stunted growth, and harmful algae blooms.
NO2 <0.0001 ppm NitriteIt is a highly toxic, intermediate compound in the nitrogen cycle produced from broken-down ammonia
PO4 0.01 - 0.1 ppm PhosphateIt is essential for plant development but must be managed, as excess levels trigger nuisance algae blooms and inhibit coral calcification.
NH3 <0.1 ppm AmmoniaIt is the primary killer of aquarium fish, causing gill damage, stress, and death
Ca 380 - 450 ppm CalciumSupporting the growth, skeletal structure, and shell formation of corals, mollusks, crustaceans, and coralline algae
KH 8 - 12 dKH AlkalinityIt acts as a shield, neutralizing acids to prevent dangerous pH "crashes" that can harm fish, corals, and plants.
Mg 1200 - 1400 ppm MagnesiumIt enables coral growth by supporting skeletal formation, assists in metabolic processes, and ensures that calcium is available for corals, clams, and coralline algae.
SG 1.023 - 1.026 SG SalinityEssential for maintaining stable, natural water parameters, proper osmoregulation, and stress-free environments for marine fish and corals
ORP 250 - 400 mV Oxidation-Reduction PotentialA higher positive mV indicates clean, oxygen-rich water with high water quality, while low readings indicate high pollution.
About Yellow Eye Combtooth Blenny
General information
The Yellow Eye Combtooth Blenny (Ecsenius ops) is a small and colorful blenny that can reach up to 2 inches in length. It has a bright yellow body with a blue-gray head and yellow eyes. They are generally peaceful and can be kept in aquariums with other peaceful fish species. They are relatively hardy and can tolerate a range of water conditions, but prefer a well-established and stable aquarium environment.
Diet & nutrition
The Yellow Eye Combtooth Blenny is an omnivore and will eat a variety of foods in the aquarium. They will eat algae, small crustaceans, and prepared foods such as flakes, pellets, and frozen foods. Providing a varied diet will help ensure the blenny receives all of the necessary nutrients.
Diseases
The Yellow Eye Combtooth Blenny is generally hardy and not prone to many diseases. However, they can be susceptible to common fish diseases such as ich, velvet, and bacterial infections. Ensuring good water quality and a balanced diet can help prevent disease outbreaks.
Origination
The Yellow Eye Combtooth Blenny is native to the Western Pacific Ocean, specifically around the Ryukyu Islands, Japan.
Cautions
The Yellow Eye Combtooth Blenny is not known to be venomous or harmful to humans. However, like all fish species, they should be handled with care to avoid injuring the fish or causing stress.
Acclimation process
When introducing a Yellow Eye Combtooth Blenny to a new aquarium, it is important to acclimate them slowly to their new environment. This can be done by floating the bag with the fish in the aquarium water for 15-20 minutes to allow the temperature to equalize. Then, the water in the bag should be gradually mixed with water from the aquarium over the course of an hour or more.
All photos
Tap a photo to open the gallery viewer.