Brazilian Gramma – Gramma brasilinsis

Species Name: Gramma brasilinsis

Synonyms:

Common Names: Brazilian Gramma, Brazilian basslet
 
Family: Grammatidae (Basslets)

Order: Perciformes (perch-likes)

Class: Acinopterygii (ray-finned fishes)

Max.Size: 3.1 inches / 8cm

Environment: Reef, Depth 3-22m

Origin: Southwest Atlantic. Endemic to Brazil

Temperament: Semi-aggressive – more aggressive than G. loreto

Company: Keeping more than one if very risky, and is only recommended in a tank of no less than 75gal or as a confirmed Male-Female pair. Not compatible with other basslets. Should be kept with more passive species. Avoid smaller delicate shrimp as they may be eaten.

Aquarium Setup: 20gal, caves are a must.

Food: Feed meaty foods such as Mysids, Brine Shrimp, Plankton, Krill, and chopped shell fish such as clams, scallops, and shrimp. Will usually accept prepared foods as well, high quality pellets recommended.

Breeding: No info