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Swissguard Basslet - Liopropoma rubre - Peppermint Basslet

Suitability Index :

Level of Care :

Easy

Behavior :

Semi-Aggressive

Maximum Length :

3.1 inches

Min. Aquarium :

20 Gallon

Reef Safe :

Yes

Native of :

Tropical Western Atlantic

Family :

Grammidae

Diet :

Carnivore, Feeder Shrimp, Pellet

Size Purchase :

Small 1" - 2"
Medium 3" - 4"
Large 5" - 6"

Regular Price :

$139.99

You Save :

$21.49

Sale Price :

$118.50, 2 for $235.95

Availability :

In Stock

Stock Code :

swissguard-basslet

Product Description

Swissguard Basslet - Liopropoma rubre - Peppermint Basslet

Swissguard Basslet - Liopropoma rubre

The Swales Swissguard Basslet, or Pacific Candy Basslet, is a beautiful addition to any saltwater aquarium. Its elongated body of red is adorned with alternating horizontal stripes of black and mustard-yellow, although in some lighting the black can actually appear silver. The dorsal and caudal fins have large black tips rimmed in a pale blue. An excellent reef-dwelling fish, the Swissguard Basslet may only pose a threat to smaller, ornamental crustaceans. It has fantastic coloration, is exceptionally hardy and is very easy to care for.

Maximum Size: The Swissguard Basslet grows up to 3 inches.

General Size Specifications: The small size will come to you generally 1 to 2 inches; the medium generally 3 to 4 inches; the large generally 5 to 6 inches not including the caudal fin.

Minimum Tank Size Suggested: The Swissguard Basslet prefers a tank of over 30 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.

Water Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4; dKH 8-12

Habitat:
Swissguard Basslet are found near Western Atlantic Ocean: Southern Florida, Bahamas, Caribbean, to northern South America

Natural Environment: They are sometimes found in small groups of six or more, and occur at depths between 40 to 200 feet (15 - 60 m).

Feeding and Diet:
A typical meal for Swissguard Basslet consists mainly of zooplankton. Feed meaty/freeze-dried foodstuffs daily. May eat ornamental shrimp.

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