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Golden Cuban Basslet

Gramma dejongi

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Suggested Tank

30+ gallons

Max Size

2 inches

Difficulty

Easy

Temperament

Peaceful

Description

A small, brilliant golden-yellow basslet with magenta-purple pelvic fins and a distinct black spot on the forward dorsal fin, closely related to the royal gramma. Generally peaceful and hardy, it hides among rockwork ledges and overhangs, often hovering upside down under caves, but will squabble with conspecifics or other grammas in small tanks. Provide plenty of live-rock caves, keep only one per tank (or a bonded pair), and use a tight-fitting lid since it can dart out of open aquariums.

Reef Safe

Yes

Environment

The Golden Cuban Basslet requires a well-maintained aquarium with plenty of hiding spots created by live rock. It thrives in water temperatures between 72-78°F, with a pH level of 8.1-8.4 and specific gravity of 1.020-1.025.

Behavior

This species is generally peaceful and can be kept with other non-aggressive fish. However, it may exhibit territorial behavior towards its own kind or similar-looking species.

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