Bundoom Fang Blenny

Meiacanthus bundoon

Saltwater Fish Species Group: Blenny Family: Blenny
No image yet

Featured guide

Featured guide will appear here
This will pull the most popular / featured article tagged to this species.

Water parameters

Water parameters are being added.

About Bundoom Fang Blenny

General information

The Bundoom Blenny is a small, carnivorous fish that can reach up to 2.5 inches (6 cm) in length. It is known for its sharp, venomous fangs that it uses for defense against predators and aggression towards other fish. This species is not recommended for beginner aquarium keepers.

Diet & nutrition

The Bundoom Blenny is a carnivorous species that requires a diet of meaty foods such as brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and small pieces of fish or shrimp. They have small mouths and should be fed small pieces of food multiple times a day.

Determining sex

There are no distinguishable physical differences between male and female Bundoom Blennies.

Breeding & spawning

Bundoom Blennies are egg-laying species that can be bred in captivity. However, little is known about their breeding habits and spawning requirements.

Diseases

The Bundoom Blenny is generally hardy and not prone to diseases if kept in proper conditions. However, it is important to quarantine any new fish before introducing them to the main tank to prevent the spread of diseases.

Origination

The Bundoom Blenny is found in the Western Pacific, specifically in the waters around Fiji and Tonga.

Cautions

As previously mentioned, the Bundoom Blenny has venomous fangs that can cause harm to other fish or even humans if mishandled. They should be handled with care and kept away from small or passive fish.

Acclimation process

It is recommended to slowly acclimate the Bundoom Blenny to the tank environment by drip acclimation over a period of 2-3 hours. This will help prevent shock and stress to the fish.

AD
Tank Facts ad slot: species_incontent

Related articles

Related articles will appear here
These will pull posts tagged to this species (not tied to the species record).

All photos

No photos yet.

AD
Tank Facts ad slot: species_bottom