Flame Tail Black Blenny
Flame Tail Black Blenny (Ecsenius sp.) is a reef-safe blenny with a sleek black body and vibrant red-orange tail. Active and hardy, it grazes algae while hopping across rocks and crevices, adding colour, personality, and functionality to established marine aquariums.
Talbot’s Demoiselle
Talbot’s Demoiselle (Chrysiptera talboti) is a peaceful reef-safe damselfish with soft yellow coloration and subtle blue facial markings. Hardy and active, it adds gentle colour and movement to marine aquariums while remaining more community-friendly than many other damselfish species.
Highfin Fangblenny
Highfin Fangblenny (Meiacanthus sp.) is an active and reef-safe marine fish known for its elongated dorsal fin and unique venomous defensive fangs. Peaceful and hardy, it adapts well to established marine aquariums with plenty of live rock and open swimming space.
Melanurus Wrasse
Melanurus Wrasse (Halichoeres melanurus) is a colourful and active reef fish known for its vibrant striping and natural pest-control abilities. Generally reef-safe and hardy, it thrives in established marine aquariums with a sand bed and secure lid.
Generally reef-safe
They are considered reef safe but may prey on:
- Very small ornamental shrimp
- Tiny snails
- Feather dusters
They are highly valued in reef systems for helping manage nuisance pests without harming corals.
Picasso Triggerfish
The Picasso Triggerfish is a bold, beautifully patterned marine fish known for its vibrant colours, strong personality, and constant activity. Growing up to 25–30 cm, it’s best kept in large fish-only or FOWLR systems. This species is not reef-safe, as it will prey on invertebrates and may damage corals or rearrange rockwork. A hardy, charismatic centrepiece for spacious marine aquariums.
Eibli Angelfish
Eibli Angelfish (Centropyge eibli) is a striking dwarf angelfish featuring elegant dark striping, silver-grey coloration, and bright orange accents. Active and full of personality, it makes an eye-catching addition to larger reef and marine aquariums. Eibli Angelfish are considered reef safe with caution. While many individuals coexist peacefully in reef aquariums, some may nip at soft corals, zoanthids, fleshy LPS corals, and clam mantles, particularly if underfed or kept in smaller systems with limited grazing opportunities.
Double Bar Rabbitfish
Double Bar Rabbitfish (Siganus virgatus) is a peaceful marine algae grazer recognised by its silver body and bold black facial bars. Active and hardy, it helps control nuisance algae while adding movement and striking contrast to larger reef and marine aquariums.
Radiant Wrasse
Radiant Wrasse (Halichoeres iridis) is a brilliantly coloured reef wrasse featuring vibrant orange and red tones with delicate blue markings. Active and constantly exploring rockwork and sand, it brings energy and natural pest control to established marine aquariums. Best kept in tanks with a soft sand substrate and plenty of rockwork for hiding and hunting.
Bicolor Angelfish
Bicolor Angelfish (Centropyge bicolor) is a striking dwarf marine angelfish featuring vibrant yellow and deep blue halves. Active and full of personality, it thrives in established marine aquariums and is best kept with reef caution.
⚠️ Reef safe with caution
Bicolor Angelfish may nip at:
- LPS corals
- Soft corals
- Zoanthids
- Clams
Some individuals behave perfectly in reefs, while others may develop a taste for coral polyps. They are often safer in Fish Only With Live Rock (FOWLR) systems.
Threadfin Butterflyfish
Threadfin Butterflyfish is a striking marine species featuring bold black striping, golden highlights, and a signature trailing dorsal filament. Best suited to larger marine aquariums, this active swimmer makes a stunning showpiece fish in established systems.
⚠️ Use caution in reef tanks.
Threadfin Butterflyfish may nip at:
- LPS corals
- Soft corals
- Zoanthids
- Feather dusters
They are generally safer in fish-only with live rock (FOWLR) systems.
