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Meiacanthus grammistes 5-7 cm
A Striped Fish with a Peaceful Temperament
The Meiacanthus grammistes is a blue fish with a yellow head, striped with horizontal black bands. Venomous due to its fangs, it remains very peaceful with a large number of species.
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For your zone EUROPE la France, delivery fees are 24,90 € with carrier EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend
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| See all delivery fees | Cart amount | Delivery fees |
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| EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert |
Delivery fees for other zones:
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| ZONE 300 SUISSE | Suisse - EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo – Levend | 0 à 100 000 € | 44,90 € |
| ZONE EUROPE1 200 | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 29,89 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert | ||
| ZONE EUROPE2 210 | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 39,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | 39,90 € | ||
| EUROPE la France | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert |
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Data sheet
- Delivery price Europe
- Fixed price €29 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
- Minimum order amount for live products
- 50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
- Maintenance
- Easy
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Food
- Alguivore
- Reef compatibility
- Recommended
- Recommended number
- Unitary
- Price according to size
- XS S M L XL
- Maximum size
- 11 cm
- Delivery date
- Choose your delivery day at the "Address" step in your cart.
- Reproduction
- Impossible
- Package information for the winter period
- A hole is made in the cardboard to supply the chemical heater with oxygen.
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Meiacanthus grammistes – Captive-Bred Striped Venomous Blenny
Meiacanthus grammistes, commonly known as the striped blenny, is an elegant and active reef fish, known for its striking coloration and peaceful temperament. Native to the Indo-Pacific region, this fish features a sleek pale yellow body crossed by characteristic horizontal black lines. Its intense yellow head and bright eye make it a remarkable inhabitant of the reef aquarium.
A Fish with a Unique Defense
Like other Meiacanthus, the grammistes is equipped with venomous fangs, an impressive defense mechanism but harmless to humans. This deterrent system is only used when attacked by a predator. This behavior, resulting from natural evolution, is rare among marine fish. Despite this peculiarity, the Meiacanthus grammistes remains peaceful with other species, though it may be territorial towards its conspecifics.
Captive-Bred for Sustainable Aquarism
This specimen is captive-bred, adhering to ethical aquaculture principles. Originating from specialized farms, it is acclimated to inert food and reef aquarium conditions. This origin ensures a robust fish without wild capture, perfectly suited for captive care, even for beginner aquarists.
Care Requirements
- Minimum recommended volume: 300 liters
- Temperature: 24°C to 27°C
- pH: 8.2 to 8.4
- Decor: live rock, many hiding spots
- Water movement: moderate to strong
Behavior and Compatibility
The Meiacanthus grammistes is a peaceful and curious fish. It spends most of its time swimming freely or observing from its favorite spots among the rocks. It is compatible with most non-aggressive reef species, but should not be kept with other Meiacanthus unless in a very large volume or as an established pair.
Feeding
- Small marine pellets
- Frozen brine shrimp, mysis, krill
- Plankton, enriched dry foods
Not demanding, the Meiacanthus grammistes accepts a wide variety of foods right from its acclimation. Its simple diet and robustness make it accessible to both beginners and experienced aquarists.
Why Choose Meiacanthus grammistes?
- Unique coloration: black stripes and yellow head
- Peaceful and active fish
- Easy to feed and robust
- Equipped with a fascinating natural defense system
- Bred without wild capture
- Compatible with community reefs
Meiacanthus grammistes is much more than just a decorative fish: it is a symbol of modern, ethical, and responsible aquarism. It brings a touch of dynamism and originality to any well-arranged reef aquarium.
A Striped Fish with a Peaceful Temperament
The Meiacanthus grammistes is a blue fish with a yellow head, striped with horizontal black bands. Venomous due to its fangs, it remains very peaceful with a large number of species.
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