Swales Swissguard Basslet
(Liopropoma swalesi)
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Swales Swissguard Basslet
(Liopropoma swalesi)
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Additional locales and sizes may be available! Email me when availableQuick Stats
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Black, Blue, Orange, Purple, White
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
Yes
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
3"
Family
Grammidae
Minimum Tank Size
10 gallons
Compatibility
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Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Black, Blue, Orange, Purple, White
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
Yes
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
3"
Family
Grammidae
Minimum Tank Size
10 gallons
Compatibility
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Overview
The Swales Swissguard Basslet, is an eye-catching addition to the home saltwater aquarium. Displaying an elongated body of orange and purple horizontal stripes. The dorsal and caudal fins rimmed in blue or purple with large black spots.
An excellent peaceful reef-dwelling fish, however the Swales Swissguard Basslet may pose a threat to smaller, ornamental crustaceans that can fit into their mouth. Provide at least a 10-gallon tank for a single individual.
As a carnivore, the Swales Swissguard Basslet will thrive on a diet of meaty foods including marine fish, crustacean flesh, mysis shrimp, and quality frozen preparations.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1” to 2-1/2"