Midas Blenny: Golden
Ecsenius midas
(5 Reviews)
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Midas Blenny: Golden
Ecsenius midas
(5 Reviews)
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Midas Blenny: Golden Care Facts
Care Level: | Easy |
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Temperament: | Peaceful |
Diet: | Omnivore |
Reef Safe: | Yes |
Minimum Tank Size: | 30 gallons |
Max Size: | 6 inches |
Midas Blenny
The Midas Blenny (Ecsenius midas), also known as the Golden Blenny or Sunburst Blenny, originates from the Indo-Pacific region, favoring rocky or coral-rich habitats. With a size reaching up to 6 inches and a lifespan of several years, it boasts an elongated body transitioning from light orange to golden yellow, accentuated by sapphire blue eyes. This herbivorous species requires a varied diet of marine algae sheets, spirulina-based pellets, and occasional fresh or frozen vegetables. While generally peaceful, it may exhibit territorial behavior towards similar-looking fish. Compatible tank mates include Dottybacks, Fairy Wrasses, Anthias, Hawkfish, and Tangs. Captive-bred specimens are readily available, offering adaptability and resilience. To thrive, the Midas Blenny requires a well-established aquarium with plenty of live rock for hiding spots and algae growth, along with adequate lighting. The Midas Blenny adds vibrancy and charm to saltwater marine aquariums, becoming a focal point of admiration with proper care and a suitable environment.
Habitat and Reef Safety:
Midas Blennies inhabit rocky or coral-rich areas with ample hiding spots in the Indo-Pacific, including the Red Sea and western Pacific Ocean. Peaceful and herbivorous, they pose no threat to corals or other invertebrates, making them reef safe.
Size and Lifespan:
Growing up to 4 to 6 inches, they can live for several years with proper care in a well-maintained aquarium.
Diet:
The Midas Blenny is an herbivore that feeds on algae and marine vegetation, requiring a varied diet of marine algae sheets, spirulina-based pellets, and occasional fresh or frozen vegetables.
Aquaculture:
Readily available in the aquarium trade, captive-bred specimens are common and preferred for adaptability and resilience.
Compatibility and Suitable Tank Mates:
Generally peaceful, the Midas Blenny may become territorial towards similar-looking fish but can coexist with many tank mates, including:
- Dottybacks (e.g., Bicolor Dottyback),
- Fairy Wrasses (e.g., Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse),
- Anthias (e.g., Dispar Anthias),
- Hawkfish (e.g., Flame Hawkfish),
- Tangs (e.g., Naso Tang)
Tank Requirements:
The Midas Blenny thrives in well-established aquariums with plenty of live rock and hiding spots, adequate lighting, and a healthy algae population are crucial to meet their dietary needs.
Other Common Names:
The Midas Blenny is also known as Golden Blenny or Sunburst Blenny, scientifically as Ecsenius midas.
1st day, shy at 1st, after just a few hours he's checking out the entire tank! Loves his new home and all of his fish buddies. What a sight!!!
Reviewed by: Bridget Meyers on July 23, 2024
I wrote earlier that the SE Asia Midas looked different fromthe 1 pictured of the African variety. I was wrong. It looked different initially but looks just like the African counterpart. Very cute and loads of personality.
Reviewed by: Esther Hebert on March 8, 2024
Love this fish! It was dark colored for 4-5 days and is now getting more yellow each day.
Reviewed by: Carlos Otero on Nov. 7, 2023
The Midas Blenny is one of my favorite fish. It is active, visible, and has quite a bit of character.
Reviewed by: Mary Reed on June 29, 2023
Reviewed by: Richard Thomas on Sept. 24, 2014