ID a midas blenny vs a Bicolor Blenny

[Wags]

Yesterday I purchased a blenny which I believed to be a midas blenny. It was black with a golden orange tail. When we got it into the bag it was completely black which I am guessing is due to stress. I had read that they can change colors quickly and a midas blenny can turn completely black when stressed. It is in QT now but I am wondering if the gold tail and dark front means its a bicolor or if a midas can show this as well.

Im hoping he will relax in the QT and I will see the color come back soon then I will get a picture. Thanks for the advice!

Wags

 

[eliramos]

If you have a picture it'll be much easier to tell
Midas and bicolor Benny's should be pretty easy to distinguish

 

[eatbreakfast]

A pic would certainly help, there is also another Ecsenius species to consider it might be based on the description, E. namiyei, but having a pic will help be more definitive.

 

[saltyphish]

 

[saltyphish]

My Midas Blenny, and yes they can change to a dark color instantly and back depending on what kind of mood he is in.