Izuzuki Diver, Satoshi Yamamoto, Japan
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(Steindachner, 1876)
Omobranchus elegans is a species of combtooth blenny found in the Northwest Pacific ocean. This species can reach a length of 6 centimetres. Common in rocky shore areas. Feeds on algae and detritus
Jumping guard
A jumping guard prevents (nocturnal) fish from jumping out.
Wrasses, blennies, hawkfishs and gobies jump out of an unprotected tank in fright if their night rest is disturbed, unfortunately these jumpers are found dried up in the morning on carpets, glass edges or later behind the tank.
https://www.korallenriff.de/en/article/1925_5_Jump_Protection_Solutions_for_Fish_in_the_Aquarium__5_Net_Covers.html
A small night light also helps, as it provides the fish with a means of orientation in the dark!
Omobranchus elegans is a species of combtooth blenny found in the Northwest Pacific ocean. This species can reach a length of 6 centimetres. Common in rocky shore areas. Feeds on algae and detritus
Jumping guard
A jumping guard prevents (nocturnal) fish from jumping out.
Wrasses, blennies, hawkfishs and gobies jump out of an unprotected tank in fright if their night rest is disturbed, unfortunately these jumpers are found dried up in the morning on carpets, glass edges or later behind the tank.
https://www.korallenriff.de/en/article/1925_5_Jump_Protection_Solutions_for_Fish_in_the_Aquarium__5_Net_Covers.html
A small night light also helps, as it provides the fish with a means of orientation in the dark!
