Banded Basslet (Liopropoma fasciatum)
Fish in the family Serranidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Small, slender serranid with distinctive vertical blue-purple and white bands running across its body. The head and anterior body are predominantly blue-purple with white striping; maximum adult size is approximately 3 inches.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods including mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, and finely minced fish flesh. In the wild, they hunt small crustaceans and fish. High-quality frozen preparations are standard in captivity.
Difficulty and care for the Banded 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, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Western Atlantic, from Florida and the Bahamas south through the Caribbean to Venezuela and the northern coast of South America.
Log Banded Basslet in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Banded Basslet alongside everything else in your reef.
