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(lipropoma swalesi)
Saltwater
Also known as a Pacific Candy Basslet, it should not be confused with the Swissguard Basslet. This fish has an elongated body with orange and purple horizontal stripes running from the nose to the end of the tail. On the dorsal fins and the caudal fin are black spots, encircled in purple. On the caudal fin the two spots are connected by a black bar. The Swissguard has different colors on its body. This is a rare aquarium fish.
Size: 1" to 2"; can get as large as 3."
Tank: min. 30 gallon
Temperament: Peaceful
Food: (Carnivore) Preferring zoo-plankton, it will also eat mysid shrimp, squid, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, finely chopped fresh and frozen marine fish and carnivore preparations. Feed twice a day.
Light: None, this is a deep-water fish, unaccustomed to bright light.
Adaptability: Adapts well with plenty of live rock. Needs caves to hide in. This fish will often swim at the bottom of the tank.
Compatibility: Ideal for reef systems. They can be a threat to smaller fish and crustaceans; harassing and possibly feeding on the smallest fish and shrimp.
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