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About Three-Lined Basslet
A small, slender basslet with three distinctive dark horizontal stripes running the length of its body. Coloration varies from reddish-orange to purple-tinged with a white or pale belly; the three lines contrast sharply against the body.
Key facts
- Diet Details
- Feed small live or frozen zooplankton, copepods, mysis shrimp, and small prepared foods. Feed 2–3 times daily. The Three-Lined Basslet is a planktivore in the wild and prefers frequent small meals over large portions.
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Family
- Serranidae
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Max Size
- 2.4
- Appearance
- A small, slender basslet with three distinctive dark horizontal stripes running the length of its body. Coloration varies from reddish-orange to purple-tinged with a white or pale belly; the three lines contrast sharply against the body.
- Min tank size
- 20 gallons
- Common Health Issues
- Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 20-gallon tank; prefers tall planted aquariums • Temperature 72-78°F; pH 8.1-8.3; stable parameters essential • Shy, cryptic species requiring plenty of hiding places and caves • Feed small meaty foods: copepods, mysis, enriched flake diets • Nocturnal; subdued lighting and peaceful tank mates recommended
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe
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