Royal Basslet (Lipogramma regia)
Fish in the family Serranidae. Expert care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Royal Basslet is a small, elongated serranid with deep purple to magenta coloration on the head and upper body, transitioning to yellow-orange on the lower body and tail. It displays a white or pale stripe along the dorsal midline and has a slightly protruding lower jaw.
Diet and feeding
Feed small frozen foods such as mysis shrimp, copepods, and fine-grain frozen preparations. Offer food in small portions 2–3 times daily. Some individuals may accept small pellets once acclimated. Live copepod cultures help trigger feeding response in shy specimens.
Difficulty and care for the Royal 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, White Spot Syndrome
Origin and habitat
Western Atlantic, found in deep reef environments from Florida to Brazil, typically at depths of 200–400 feet.
Log Royal 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 Royal Basslet alongside everything else in your reef.
