Bicolor Blenny

Ecsenius bicolor

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Max Weight

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Max Depth

25 m

Ecsenius bicolor, commonly known as the Flame tail blenny or Bicolor blenny, is a Blenny from the Indo-Pacific. It frequently makes its way into the aquarium trade. It grows to a size of 11 centimetres (4.3 in) in length.

Description

It occurs in three color phases: one is bluish black anteriorly and yellow posteriorly (bicolor phase), the others black dorsally with a broad white lateral band and dusky belly with or without a yellow tail. Dorsal spines (total): 11 - 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15-18; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 17 - 21.

Distribution

Indo-Pacific: Maldives to the Phoenix Islands, north to Ryukyu Islands, south to the southern Great Barrier Reef; throughout Micronesia.

Habitat

It is found solitary in abandoned tubes. It inhabits clear lagoon and seaward reefs with mixed corals and algae-covered rocks.

Colors

black

yellow

orange

blue

Edible

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Habitat and Environment

Coral reef

Conservation status

(LC) Least concern

Poisonous

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Social Behaviour

Solitary

Danger to human

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Venomous

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Similar Species

Banded Blenny Barred Blenny Bluestriped Fangblenny Brown Coral Blenny Eared Blenny Eye-spot Blenny

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bicolor Blenny dangerous?

Bicolor Blenny is classified as: No, No, No. Always exercise caution and keep a safe distance.

Where can you find Bicolor Blenny?

Mariana Islands Australia West Taiwan Australia North Marshall Islands +28 more in Seabook

How deep does Bicolor Blenny live?

Bicolor Blenny can be found at depths of up to 25 meters.