International Aquatics
Atlantic Redlip Blenny
Atlantic Redlip Blenny
🛡️ International Aquatics Quarantine & Guarantee
All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. For size preference please add a note on your order and we will match your fish to your requested size. If you just want the fish without our QT process, Please email us directly with your order number. Please note this does waive the 15 day guarantee.
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The Atlantic Redlip Blenny (Ophioblennius macclurei) is a semi-aggressive species that is reef-safe with caution, admired for its striking bright red lips, blunt face with horn-like projections, vibrant coloration, bold personality, and remarkable algae-grazing behavior. Males typically develop larger head projections and more vivid lip coloration during breeding, and they can be territorial, defending their feeding grounds vigorously. Females and juveniles are slightly smaller, with more muted coloration and less pronounced facial features.
They reach about 7.5 inches (19 cm) in length and should be housed in aquariums of at least 30 gallons. The ideal environment should provide a sand bed, plenty of live rock, ample hiding spots, and open swimming space. Stable water parameters are essential: salinity of ~1.020–1.025, temperature of ~72–79°F (22–26°C), and pH of ~8.1–8.4. A secure lid is important, as these blennies are known to jump when startled or hunting.
Diet should consist primarily of algae, supplemented with mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, copepods, high-quality pellets, and algae wafers to maintain optimal health. With proper care, the Atlantic Redlip Blenny becomes a fascinating and vibrant addition to any marine aquarium, combining unique appearance with lively behavior that makes it a standout centerpiece.
International Aquatics Quarantine & Guarantee: All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. On request, we also send photos/videos after arrival at IA. Some species are import-to-order (3-10 business days). Many common species are already cleared or near the end of QT.
Several species will be import-to-order and may take anywhere from 3-10 business days to secure. Once your fish is secured, you will be notified, and the quarantine process will then begin.
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