Basslets, Dottybacks, Pseudochromis

Sankeyi Dottyback (Pseudochromis Sankeyi) Description: The Sankeyi Dottyback also called the Striped Dottyback is found in the Southern Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. They live in small colonies in rock rubble at relatively shallow depths. This is by far the least territorial of the dottybacks due to its lifestyle of living in association with other members of the species. The Sankeyi's colors are a distinctive black and white striped pattern. This is an easy species to care for in the marine aquarium, as long as it's provided good rocky hiding places. More than one per tank is no problem since they exhibit colonial behavior and do not fight each other. In aquariums they are also suitable for community fish tanks. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $47.99

Sunrise Dottyback (Pseudochromis Flavivertex) Description: The Sunrise Dottyback is another brightly colored basslet found in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. They have a yellow stripe dorsally from the snout to the tail, and have a blue body with white ventral area. They are found living as solitary individuals around coral heads and rock rubble on the bottom. Generally, they are not too aggressive in aquariums and can be kept with gobies, blennies and other small reef tank fish. In aquariums they are relatively peaceful, and also suitable for community fish tanks. Plenty of rocky hiding places should be provided though. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $47.99

Splendid Dottyback (Pseudochromis splendens) Description: The Splendid Dottyback is a most beautiful rock basslet found in eastern Indonesia and the Northwest coast of Australia. Uncommonly imported into the U.S. ,they have commanded high demand from hobbyists. This is one of the largest dottyback species reaching a full-grown size of up to 6 inches. They live solitary on coral heads and sponges at depths of 60-120 feet. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect.  Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $39.99

Tankraised Orchid Dottyback ( Pseudomchromis Fridmani) Description: Held in high esteem by many reef-tank keepers for it's almost fluorescent violet coloration, lack of shyness, elegant swimming style, and a "minding my own business" attitude. The Orchid Dottyback, sometimes called King Solomon's fish, is found only in the Red Sea. It is found in colonies near vertical walls or ledges, where they dart out to grab a meal from the passing zooplankton, then rush back. In the sea they are found at moderate to deep depths, and look blue rather than the magenta or violet color most aquarists are used to. This is due to the filtering of red light by sea water. In aquariums, the Orchid dottyback is quite easy to keep and feed. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $47.99

#1 FISH FOR BRISTLE WORM CONTROL   Tank Raised Neon Dottyback (Pseudochromis aldabraensis) Description:The Neon Dottyback, also known as the Neon Pseudochromis, is exotically pigmented, with an eye catching neon blue, orange, and yellow. They are strikingly beautiful to look at and have a very curious personality. Tank Bred Dottybacks are very hardy and durable fish making them a perfect addition for the novice or seasoned aquarist. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $47.99

Pacific Candy Basslet Liopropoma swalesi Rare and beautiful! Description: The Swales Swissguard Basslet, or Pacific Candy Basslet, is a beautiful addition to any saltwater aquarium. It has fantastic coloration, is exceptionally hardy and is very easy to care for. Its elongated body is covered with alternating horizontal stripes of purple and orange. The dorsal and caudal fins have large black spots rimmed in a pale blue or purple. Reef Compatability: An excellent reef-dwelling fish, the Swales Swissguard Basslet will not pick on corals or invertebrates, making them an ideal fish for the reef aquarium. Suggested Aquarium size: Provide at least a 30 gallon aquarium with plenty of live rock. Feeding: Swales Swissguard Basslet will thrive on a diet of meaty foods such as finely chopped fresh or frozen marine fish, squid, mysid shrimp, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, and frozen carnivore preparations. Level of Care: Moderate Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $89.99

Orange Peel Psudochromis Pseudochromis tonozukai Description:Discovered only in 2004, this recent find has a very limited range in nature, found only in Southern Indonesia. Both beautiful and ideal for captivity, the Orange Peel Pseudochromis is now available for your reef tank. Both male and females are gorgeous, both are multicolored greenish and bluish, the male has a red streak on his side. Also known as the Totegan Dottyback,Tono's Dottyback and Spot-Stripe Dottyback. and safe with corals. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:Very easy to feed, will eat most anything offered. Offer a varied diet including frozen preparations for carnivores, frozen mysis and brine shrimp and finely chopped seafoods Level of Care: Easy,Very hardy and easy to care for (virtually indestructible!) Reef Compatibility:Excellent reef fish. Safe with corals and sessile inverts. $49.99 Mated Pairs available $119.00

Bicolor Psudochromis Pseudochromis paccagnellae Description:Bicolor Pseudochromis, are found living within the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific region. Also known by the common name Bicolor Dottyback, they are agile swimmers that bring a wealth of color to the aquarium. They are also revered for their ability to hunt and consume bristleworms. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $13.99

Magenta Pseudochromis Pseudochromis Porphyreus Description:What makes this particular species so appealing? Maybe it is its dazzling purple coloration, or perhaps it has something to do with its interestingly curious nature. Also known by the common name Magenta Dottyback, these fish are so bold, that they will often times dart out to challenge the feeding hand of its owner and remain close by It remains rather small as compared to other marine fish, reaching an average of only 3 inches in length. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. 13.99

Diadema Pseudochromis Description:Solid yellow, with a purple stripe down the middle of the head, that looks like a punk haircut! Also known by the common name Diadema Dottyback, a few different dottybacks in your tank will assure your tank of a long life without bristle worms. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $13.99

Royal Gramma Basslet Description:The Royal Gramma is found throughout the Caribbean. Quite hardy,a forward half of brilliant purple, rear half of bright yellow . One of the easiest, most colorful, and most popular basslets. It is an excellent choice for a reef aquarium, and since it remains small, is perfect for small reef systems. Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon Feeding and diet: Royal Gramma's will do well on a diet of meaty foods including marine fish, crustacean flesh, mysid shrimp, and quality frozen preparations.  Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good $14.99

Chalk Basslet Serranus tortugarum Description:The Chalk Basslet is a peaceful, very sturdy aquarium fish. Although not aggressive, they will defend their favorite hole or interstice, chasing fish away that venture to near. Best kept with peaceful tankmates. If you want to keep more than one, add them simultaneously to a larger tank with plenty of hiding places. They like to float in place or hover over rubble, silty or sandy bottoms. Overall, Chalk Basslets are a great addition for any size tanks from 20 gallons and above. Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon Feeding and diet: Carnivorous, feeds mainly on zooplankton. Feed meaty foods such as mysis shrimp and vitamin-enriched brine shrimp. Level of Care: Very Easy, an ideal fish for the reef aquarium, this durable fish typically does great in any well maintained aquarium. Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. Approx ship size: 1 - 2" $14.99

Swiss Guard Basslet Liopropoma rubre Description: The Swissguard Basslet, also called the Peppermint Basslet is a beautiful fish. An excellent reef-dwelling fish, the Swissguard Basslet may only pose a threat to smaller, ornamental crustaceans. Minimum Tank Size: Provide at least a 10 gallon tank for a single individual. Feeding and diet: As a carnivore, the Swissguard Basslet will thrive on a diet of meaty foods including marine fish, crustacean flesh, mysid shrimp, and quality frozen preparations. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $64.99

Tobacco Basslet Serranus tabacarius Description: The Tobacco Basslet is a very sturdy aquarium fish. Although not particularly aggressive, they will defend their favorite hole or interstice, chasing fish away that venture to near. Best kept with peaceful tankmates. If you want to keep more than one, add them simultaneously to a larger tank with plenty of hiding places. Minimum Tank Size: 20 Feeding and diet: As a carnivore, the Tobacco Basslet will thrive on a diet of meaty foods such as finely chopped fresh or frozen marine fish, squid, mysid shrimp, and frozen carnivore preparations. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Excellent Approximate Purchase Size: 1" to 2" $16.99

Black Cap Basslet Description:The Black Cap Basslet is a deep water species found throughout the Caribbean. Quite hardy, its brilliant purple body and jet-black cap make it a striking addition to any aquarium. A threat to only the smallest invertebrates such as Copepods, Isopods, or Amphipods. Provide at least a 30 gallon tank with rock caves to hide in. Black Cap Basslets can become territorial once established, so they should not be kept with other basslets. Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallon Feeding and diet: Black Cap Basslets will do well on a diet of meaty foods including marine fish, crustacean flesh, mysid shrimp, and quality frozen preparations.  Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $34.99

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