Cooper's Fairy Basslet (Pseudanthias cooperi)
Fish in the family Serranidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Cooper's Fairy Basslet is a small, slender serranid with vibrant coloration: a deep magenta or purple body with yellow-orange markings on the head and dorsal fin, and a distinctive yellow band along the lateral line. Body shape is streamlined and laterally compressed, typical of deepwater planktivorous basslets.
Diet and feeding
Marine algae, small crustaceans, copepods, mysid shrimp, fish eggs, and small fishes in both wild and aquarium settings.
Difficulty and care for the Cooper's Fairy 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 septicaemia, Hole in the head disease
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, from the Philippines and Indonesia to Palau, typically found in deep reef environments at depths of 40–200+ meters.
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