Eyebrow Barnacle Blenny

The Eyebrow Barnacle Blenny which is also known as the Tube Blenny, or Reefsand Blenny is endemic to the Eastern Pacific, is widespread but is found in distinct locations. Originating from the tip of Baja California and the central Gulf of California; running from central and southern Mexico. Its color varies from tan to dark brown with 10 – 12 darker brown bars. The gill cover with also have a large brown ocellated spot.

A well-established 30 gallon or larger aquarium with multiple hiding places and plenty of rock is a suitable environment. The Eyebrow Barnacle Blenny is a very entertaining fish, as they race as fast and furious as they can to snatch food from the water column while trying not to be eaten by the other fish. The body of this fish is seldom seen as they will take up residence in a small crevice in the rocks. They are a very attentive fish constantly watching about the aquarium waiting for a meal to come their way.

The Eyebrow Barnacle Blenny does best in well-established aquariums with large numbers of crevices in the rocks in which it can hide. The diet should include meaty items such as finely chopped crustacean flesh, vitamin enriched frozen brine and mysis shrimp.