SerranidaeMarine Fishintermediate
Liopropoma swalesi Swales Basslet
Liopropoma swalesi
Origin: Central Pacific (deep water)
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Water Parameters
Temperature22–26 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH8.1–8.3
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Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 7 cm
- Min Tank
- 100 L
- Lifespan
- 5–8
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- Peaceful; reef-safe; cave-dweller
About
Liopropoma swalesi (Swale's Basslet) is a rare deep-water bass with spectacular horizontal red and yellow striping. Secretive by nature — hides in caves and crevices. A prized reef specimen.
Care Guide
pH 8.1–8.3, SG 1.025, temp 22–26°C (cooler preferred — deep water species). Provide ample cave and crevice hiding spots. Feed Mysis, small frozen crustaceans. Shy initially.
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