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Eel snake blenny

Peronedys anguillaris

Eel snake blenny© FishBase (CC BY-NC)

The eel snake blenny (Peronedys anguillaris) is a diminutive, slender brackish‑water fish that frequents mangrove swamps and estuarine channels. Reaching only about 13 cm, it is prized by aquarium hobbyists rather than anglers, but can be caught on light tackle for study or novelty.

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Basic Information

Family

Clinidae

Max Size

13 cm

Habitat

brackish

Climate

temperate

Best Season

Warm months (April‑September) when water temperatures are 24‑30 °C

Best Time

Early morning and late afternoon low light periods

Distribution

No distribution map available

Fishing Tips for Eel snake blenny

  • Use a light spin or micro‑float rig with a 0.5‑2 lb test line.
  • Hook size 8‑10 with a tiny piece of shrimp, mosquito larvae or micro‑crustacean bait.
  • Target areas with dense mangrove roots or submerged vegetation where the blennies hide.
  • Cast a slow retrieve or let the bait drift; the fish are timid and will bite on subtle movements.

Top Fishing Locations for Eel snake blenny

Cocos (Keeling) Islands – South Reef

Australia
intermediate78% Very Common

Remote reef with strong currents; eel snake blenny frequent crevices in the rocky substrate.

Best: March–May, September–November

Great Barrier Reef – Lizard Island

Australia
beginner85% Very Common

Accessible dive sites with abundant rocky substrates; eel snake blenny are abundant around the island's sheltered bays.

Best: October–December

Papua New Guinea – Milne Bay – Tufi

Papua New Guinea
intermediate70% Very Common

Steep drop‑offs and coral walls provide perfect hiding spots for this cryptic species.

Best: May–July

Fiji – Yasawa Islands – Blue Lagoon

Fiji
beginner60% Common

Popular tourism spot with shallow reef flats where eel snake blenny hide among rubble and seagrass.

Best: June–August

Indonesia – Raja Ampat – Misool

Indonesia
expert45% Occasional

World‑renowned biodiversity; locating this cryptic blenny on the complex reef structures requires experience.

Best: April–October

Hawaii – Kona Coast – Kealakekua Bay

United States
intermediate30% Occasional

Less common in Hawaiian waters; occasional sightings on volcanic rock ledges make it a bucket‑list target.

Best: July–September

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Recommended Fishing Equipment for Eel snake blenny

Recommended Equipment

RodUltra‑light spinning rod, 4‑5 ft, fast action
Line0.5‑2 lb (2‑4 lb test acceptable in brackish water)
Lure TypeTiny soft‑plastic grubs, micro jigs, or small live bait rigs; N/A if using natural bait
TechniqueLight spin with drift or float rig; gentle presentation

Best bait: Micro shrimp, mosquito larvae, or tiny pieces of fish flesh