Midas Blenny - South Asia
Ecsenius midas
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Midas Blenny - South Asia
Ecsenius midas
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Midas Blenny - South Asia Care Facts
| Size: | 3-3.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Care Level: | Easy |
| Temperament: | Peaceful |
| Diet: | Omnivore |
| Origin: | Red Sea |
| Acclimation Time: | 3+ Hours |
| Reef Safe: | Yes |
| Coral Safe: | Yes |
| Invertebrate Safe: | Yes |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 30+ Gallons |
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.
Good and healthy.
Reviewed by: Sunil Jasani on May 5, 2025
Beautiful
Reviewed by: Scott Olson on April 2, 2025
Amazing fish arrived healthy and colorful just as described.
Reviewed by: Jose Romero on Feb. 5, 2025
10 stars!!!! My all time favorite fish! They are the coolest fish with the best personality. This guy is no different. So happy to have it.
Reviewed by: Leonard Pahlman on Jan. 21, 2025
Love this fish. A must have. Arrived packaging was excellent, care was taken to get to me. Blenny was alive and healthy. Thanks
Reviewed by: Doug Murray on Jan. 19, 2025
Looks & Personality a Plus!
Reviewed by: Bridget Meyers on Oct. 28, 2024
Reviewed by: Jessica Longan on July 3, 2024
Reviewed by: Maria Robles on May 15, 2024
It's a hider but fun to watch
Reviewed by: Tim Haymond on March 26, 2024
Doing great and nice size as advertised
Reviewed by: Ron White on Feb. 4, 2024
Easily one of the most beautiful Blennys available and it arrived healthy and was eating immediately.
Reviewed by: Sean Boyer on Jan. 23, 2024
Reviewed by: Mike Perdue on Jan. 17, 2024
Reviewed by: Andrew Hernandez on Dec. 14, 2023
Smart fish. A pleasure to watch
Reviewed by: Alvin Barbes on Nov. 6, 2023
Reviewed by: David Rigas on Oct. 22, 2023
Reviewed by: Bill Navarrette on Oct. 22, 2023
Reviewed by: Jermaine Henderson on Oct. 3, 2023
You have to be careful or you will miss him when he comes out to eat
Reviewed by: Alvin Barbes on Oct. 2, 2023
Reviewed by: Matt Reese on Sept. 24, 2023
Timid at first. Now part of the crew. Healthy and happy.
Reviewed by: Chase Tenholder on Sept. 3, 2023
Always good purchasing here. And lowest shipping around.
Reviewed by: Kevin Conner on Aug. 28, 2023
Reviewed by: Bany Melendez on July 15, 2023
Has a awesome personality. Very outgoing fish. Loves to swim around the tank. Always awesome to watch swim; resembles a eel.
Reviewed by: Thomas Lopresto on July 12, 2023
