Midas Blenny (Ecsenius midas)
The Midas Blenny is a stunning and active reef fish, admired for its sleek body shape and vibrant golden-yellow coloration that shimmers beautifully under aquarium lighting. Known for its eel-like swimming motion and curious nature, this blenny often perches in rock crevices and darts out to explore its surroundings. Its personality and striking color make it a standout addition to many reef aquariums.
Size: Typically grows up to 5 inches in length
Country of Origin: Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, East Africa, and the Maldives to Indonesia and Fiji
Latin Name: Ecsenius midas
Care Level: Easy to Moderate – thrives in peaceful, well-established aquariums with plenty of rockwork for shelter and open water for swimming
Midas Blennies are omnivores that feed on zooplankton and algae in the wild. In captivity, they readily accept a varied diet of mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped meaty foods, and marine algae. They are generally reef safe, though they may occasionally show territorial behavior toward similar-shaped fish. Their bold personality and brilliant coloration make them a favorite among reef keepers.