Where to buy Lantern Bass
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About Lantern Bass
Serranus baldwini is a medium-sized, oval-shaped fish with a body color ranging from olive green to yellowish brown. Distinctive black markings form vertical bars along its sides and continue onto the dorsal fin. A conspicuous white stripe runs horizontally near the tail base.
Key facts
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum tank size: 50 gallons • Water parameters: 72-78°F (22-26°C), pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.024-1.026 • Setup: Aquarium with swimming space, live rock, and strong water flow
- Diet
- carnivore
- Care Level
- Expert
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Diet Details
- Zooplankton, small fish, crustaceans (e.g., mysid shrimp)
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Aka
- Serrano Linterna
- Family
- Serranidae
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 75-80°F (24-27°C) pH: 8.0-8.4 Salinity: 1.021-1.025
- Min tank size
- 50 gallons
- Appearance
- Serranus baldwini is a medium-sized, oval-shaped fish with a body color ranging from olive green to yellowish brown. Distinctive black markings form vertical bars along its sides and continue onto the dorsal fin. A conspicuous white stripe runs horizontally near the tail base.
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