Lawnmower Sailfin Algae Blenny
One of the most effective algae grazers in the hobby, the Lawnmower Blenny is both highly functional and full of personality, making it a staple in reef aquariums.
🟢 Quarantined (Minimum 2 Weeks) – Fully Conditioned & Eating
Quick Facts
- Care Level: Easy
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe
- Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
- Size: Ranging from approximately 4–6 inches at adult size
Behavior & Husbandry
Lawnmower Blennies spend nearly all their time grazing algae from rockwork and glass. They are constant workers and provide natural algae control in reef systems.
They may become territorial toward similar species, especially in smaller tanks.
Feeding & Diet
Primarily herbivorous and constant grazer.
What We Feed at Lush Corals:
- Algae-based foods
- Pellets
- Frozen foods
In Your Aquarium:
- Nori
- Herbivore pellets
- Natural algae growth
- Supplemental feeding as needed
A tank with established algae growth is highly beneficial.
Compatibility Notes
Works well with:
- Clownfish
- Gobies
- Wrasses
Avoid housing with similar blennies in smaller systems.
Lush Corals Quarantine & Conditioning Process
This fish has completed our full quarantine and conditioning protocol (minimum 2 weeks) prior to being made available.
During this process, each fish is:
- Carefully observed and stabilized
- Proactively treated and monitored
- Conditioned onto prepared foods
- Verified to be actively eating and thriving
This extended process significantly reduces stress and increases long-term success, ensuring you receive a fish that is healthy, stable, and truly ready for your reef.
We don’t rush fish to market—every quarantined fish we offer has been given the time it needs to succeed in your aquarium.
