Royal Gramma Basslets

Royal Gramma Basslet

A must-have reef staple, the Royal Gramma Basslet showcases one of the most striking natural color splits in the hobby—deep violet transitioning into a vibrant yellow tail. Hardy, reef-safe, and full of personality, this species is an excellent choice for both beginner and advanced reefers looking to add bold color without added aggression.

🟢 Quarantined (Minimum 2 Weeks) – Fully Conditioned & Eating

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Easy
• Temperament: Peaceful (can be territorial with similar-shaped fish)
• Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
• Size: Ranging from approximately 1–3 inches at adult size

Behavior & Husbandry

Royal Grammas naturally inhabit rock crevices and overhangs, where they establish a small territory. In the aquarium, they will choose a cave or shaded area as their home base, darting in and out throughout the day.

They are generally peaceful but may show mild territorial behavior toward similar species such as dottybacks or other basslets, particularly in smaller systems. In well-structured aquascapes with ample rockwork, they integrate very well into community reef environments.

Providing caves, overhangs, and shaded zones will help reduce stress and encourage natural behavior.

Feeding & Diet

Royal Grammas are carnivorous and thrive on a varied, protein-rich diet.

What We Feed at Lush Corals:

• Frozen mysis shrimp
• Enriched brine shrimp
• High-quality pellet foods

In Your Aquarium:

• Frozen mysis and brine
• Small meaty foods
• Pellets and flakes once established

Once conditioned, they are strong, consistent eaters and rarely picky. Feeding 1–2 times daily with a mix of frozen and prepared foods will promote optimal health and coloration.

Compatibility Notes

Royal Grammas are excellent additions to peaceful community tanks and pair well with:

• Clownfish
• Gobies & blennies
• Wrasses
• Tangs (in larger systems)

Avoid combining with aggressive species or similar-shaped territorial fish in smaller aquariums.

Lush Corals Quarantine & Conditioning Process

This fish has completed our full quarantine and conditioning protocol (minimum 2 weeks) prior to being made available.

During this process, each fish is:

• Carefully observed and stabilized
• Proactively treated and monitored
• Conditioned onto prepared foods
• Verified to be actively eating and thriving

This extended process significantly reduces stress and increases long-term success, ensuring you receive a fish that is healthy, stable, and truly ready for your reef.

We don’t rush fish to market—every quarantined fish we offer has been given the time it needs to succeed in your aquarium.