Starry Blenny (Salarias ramosus)
The Starry Blenny is a charming and active reef grazer, easily recognized by its mottled brown body dotted with bright white or yellow spots that resemble stars. Known for its lively personality, this blenny spends much of its time perching on rocks, grazing on algae, and exploring crevices. Its small size and constant activity make it a delightful and functional addition to reef aquariums.
Size: Typically grows up to 3 inches in length
Country of Origin: Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, East Africa, and Western Pacific islands
Latin Name: Salarias ramosus
Care Level: Easy – well-suited for peaceful, established aquariums with ample rockwork for grazing and hiding
Starry Blennies are herbivores that feed primarily on algae. In captivity, they thrive on a diet of natural algae, supplemented with algae sheets, spirulina, and other plant-based foods. They are reef safe, making them excellent algae controllers that contribute both utility and charm to community reef tanks.