Salarias ramosus (jewel algae eater)

The Salarias ramosus, also known as the jewel algae eater, is a popular and functional fish for the marine aquarium. With its striking appearance and unique behavior, this blennie is a valuable addition...

The Salarias ramosus, also known as the jewel algae eater, is a popular and functional fish for the marine aquarium. With its striking appearance and unique behavior, this blennie is a valuable addition for both beginner and advanced marine aquarists. Salarias ramosus is known for its effective control of algae, making it not only an aesthetic asset but also contributing to a healthy aquarium environment. This fish is peaceful, active, and exhibits interesting foraging behavior on and around rocks. Thanks to its small size and simple care, it is suitable for aquariums starting from approximately 100 liters. The Salarias ramosus feels most at home in an aquarium with plenty of live rock, hiding places, and a varied food supply. With its cheerful character and helpful role in keeping the aquarium clean, this fish is indispensable for every marine aquarium enthusiast.

Features

• Scientific name: Salarias ramosus
• Maximum length: approximately 12 cm
• Diet: primarily algae, but also accepts small live and frozen food
• Behavior: peaceful, territorial towards conspecifics
• Suitable for aquariums of 100 liters or more
• Ideal for combating algae on live rock and glass
• Unique appearance with camouflage colors and striking head markings

Care

• Provide the aquarium with sufficient live rock and hiding places.
• Ensure a stable water temperature between 22 and 26°C.
• pH value: 8.1 – 8.4, salinity: 1.022 – 1.025
• Feed several times a day, especially when natural algae growth is low.
• Compatible with most other peaceful fish and invertebrates
• Exercise caution when combined with conspecifics due to territorial behavior.