Araga Basslet (Liopropoma aragai)
Fish in the family Serranidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Araga Basslet is a small, elongated serranid with vibrant red-orange coloration and white or pale spots along the body. It has a compressed body shape typical of deep-water basslets, with slightly enlarged dorsal spines.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods including high-quality frozen mysis shrimp, frozen copepods, and small frozen pieces of fish or krill. Supplement with live amphipods or copepods when possible. Feed 2–3 times daily in small portions.
Difficulty and care for the Araga Basslet
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Hole-in-the-Head disease, White Spot Syndrome
Origin and habitat
Western Pacific, from the Philippines and Indonesia to Japan, found in deep coral reef environments.
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