{"product_id":"lawnmower-blenny","title":"Lawnmower Blenny","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Lawnmower Blenny, also known as the Algae Blenny or Jewelled Blenny, is one of the most recognisable and entertaining algae-grazing fish in marine aquariums. Its mottled pattern of earthy browns, creams and dark bands, accented by delicate blue spots and distinctive fleshy projections above its eyes, provides excellent camouflage among natural reef rockwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat the Lawnmower Blenny may lack in brilliant colouration, it more than makes up for in personality. With its oversized, watchful eyes and almost comical facial expressions, this curious fish spends much of its day perched on rocks, exploring crevices and making short movements between its favourite grazing areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to shallow reefs and coastal waters throughout the Indo-Pacific, the Lawnmower Blenny naturally grazes on algae and the complex layer of microorganisms and organic material growing across submerged surfaces. Its specialised comb-like teeth allow it to scrape food from rockwork, making it a potentially valuable addition to an established marine aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough well known for helping to manage nuisance algae, the Lawnmower Blenny is not a guaranteed solution to every algae problem. Individual feeding preferences vary, and the fish requires a reliable supply of natural grazing material or suitable supplementary foods to remain healthy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally peaceful towards unrelated fish, this species can become territorial with other blennies and competing algae grazers. It is best maintained individually in a mature aquarium with plenty of rockwork and natural feeding opportunities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its curious nature, distinctive appearance and fascinating grazing behaviour, the Lawnmower Blenny brings both personality and natural activity to a carefully maintained reef aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AQUA HOUSE","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":67895556898974,"sku":"CLW-MF-SALFASCI-M","price":135.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9236\/1374\/files\/LawnmowerBlenny-01.jpg?v=1793678323","url":"https:\/\/aquahouse.co.nz\/products\/lawnmower-blenny","provider":"Aqua House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}