{"product_id":"lawnmower-blenny-salarias-fasciatus","title":"Lawnmower Blenny — Salarias fasciatus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLawnmower Blenny — A reef grazer with character\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalarias fasciatus\u003c\/em\u003e, also known as the Sailfin Algae Blenny or Jeweled Blenny, adds personality to a marine aquarium. Its mottled pattern helps it blend into rockwork while its expressive face and perching behavior make it easy to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrançois Neo’s recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose this fish because you want to keep it long term, with a feeding plan that continues after visible algae decline. I recommend a mature aquarium with plenty of grazing surfaces, and checking regularly that the fish maintains good body condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salarias fasciatus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sailfin Algae Blenny, Jeweled Blenny\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 5–5.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons minimum, well established with ample rockwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e can be territorial with other blennies and similarly shaped fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e provide shelters, perches and a secure lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e generally suitable, but monitor corals and clam mantles for picking, particularly if feeding is inadequate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide natural grazing surfaces and supplement with algae-based marine foods, nori and suitable herbivore preparations. Some individuals accept frozen foods as well. Check actual food intake: the presence of algae does not guarantee enough suitable food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility and planning\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne per aquarium is the safest starting point. Plan carefully before mixing with other blennies, and avoid combinations with delicate seahorses or pipefish. Its grazing can help, but algae control still requires attention to nutrients and regular aquarium care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizes and availability\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in S, M and L at $39 per fish. Size categories are approximate and depend on the specimens received; contact us for a measured size. Markings vary naturally and the image is representative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gobies-blennies\"\u003eGobies \u0026amp; Blennies\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact François Neo\u003c\/a\u003e for compatibility advice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francois Neo","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":68377394544863,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"M","offer_id":68377394577631,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"L","offer_id":68377394610399,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0326\/5247\/files\/lawnmower-blenny-salarias-fasciatus.png?v=1793852972","url":"https:\/\/francoisneo.com\/products\/lawnmower-blenny-salarias-fasciatus","provider":"FrancoisNeo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}