Panamic Barnacle Blenny - Central America Zoas Pomacanthus arcuatus

Pomacanthus arcuatus

they thrive on a varied diet of frozen foods such as fortified brine and mysis shrimp with prepared algae-based foods making up the majority of their diet

while the female guards him from other fish

They thrive in tanks with moderate lighting and ample open swimming space

Females show the same cheek stripe but display softer coloration

Panamic Barnacle Blenny - Central America Zoas Pomacanthus arcuatusAcanthemblemaria hancocki The Panamic Barnacle Blenny is a small, intriguing reef fish that adds both personality and charm to a marine aquarium. Adults have a pale tan to mottled body with subtle dark blotches along the sides, often with reddish highlights on the lips and eyes, giving them a distinctive and delicate appearance. Like other tube dwelling blennies, they lack a swim bladder and spend most of their time perched in narrow crevices, worm