Pictus Blenny

Painted Blenny

Scientific Name: Ecsenius pictus

Small Fish Safe: Yes

Invert Safe: Yes

Coral Safe: With caution – may nip at fleshy corals or clam mantles if underfed

Adult Size: Up to 7 cm

Diet: Herbivore – grazes algae, biofilm, and accepts spirulina-based pellets and frozen foods

Why We Like It:

The Painted Blenny is a compact algae grazer with a bold personality and subtle, intricate markings. Peaceful and reef-safe in most setups, it’s ideal for smaller tanks or systems needing extra help with algae control. Like other Ecsenius species, it thrives when well-fed and provided with plenty of rockwork to explore and perch on.