Yellow Basslet (Lipogramma flavescens)
Fish in the family Serranidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Yellow Basslet is a small serranid with bright yellow to golden coloration throughout the body and fins. The fish has an elongated, streamlined body typical of basslets, with a slightly pointed snout and displays subtle darker markings or stripes under certain lighting.
Diet and feeding
In captivity, feed small meaty foods including finely chopped seafood, frozen copepods, mysis shrimp, and high-quality carnivore pellets. Yellow Basslets are micropredators in the wild and should be fed small portions appropriate to their tiny mouth size.
Difficulty and care for the Yellow 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 Disease, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Western Atlantic, ranging from Florida and the Bahamas through the Caribbean to South America.
Log Yellow 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 Yellow Basslet alongside everything else in your reef.
