The Brazilian basslet (Gramma brasiliensis) is a saltwater fish of the family Grammatidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The Brazilian basslet is a small basslet (Grammatidae) from the western Atlantic, off Brazil. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a strikingly bicoloured body: the front half is purple-pink, the rear half golden-yellow. As a secretive reef-dweller it lives in caves, crevices and under overhangs of coral reefs, where it often hovers upside down along the wall, and picks small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans and is prized in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brazilian basslet?
The Brazilian basslet has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly pink-purple.
Where does the Brazilian basslet live?
The Brazilian basslet lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Brazilian basslet get?
The Brazilian basslet grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Brazilian basslet dangerous to humans?
No, the Brazilian basslet is harmless to humans.
Is the Brazilian basslet edible?
Yes, the Brazilian basslet is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Gramma
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