Cleaner Mimic (Fangblenny)

Description

The Cleaner Mimic (Fangblenny) (Plagiotremus rhinorhynchos) is a fascinating marine fish, admired for its vivid coloration and unique mimicry behavior. Often imitating cleaner wrasses, this species blends beauty with intrigue, making it a standout addition to a reef or marine aquarium.

Provide a spacious aquascape with open swimming areas and plenty of live rock for grazing and shelter. Exercise caution when introducing with similarly shaped species, as territorial interactions may occur—particularly with tangs, wrasses, and other active swimmers.

Their diet should be varied and nutrient-rich, consisting of algae sheets or spirulina for plant matter, alongside frozen meaty foods such as mysis shrimp and enriched brine. Offering small, frequent feedings helps maintain their striking coloration, activity levels, and overall long-term health.

The Cleaner Mimic (Fangblenny) is available now at Ocean in a Box, offered at the best price for your reef aquarium.