Barred Spiny Bassle
(Belonepterygion fasciolatum)

Description

Barred Spiny Basslet: A Cryptic Gem for Your Reef Aquarium

This captivating longfin basslet offers a unique appeal with its striking banded pattern and shy yet engaging personality, making it a distinctive addition to mature reef systems.

Overview

The Barred Spiny Basslet (*Belonepterygion fasciolatum*) is a small, attractive marine fish featuring a distinct pale to dark brown body adorned with several narrow, vertical dark brown bands. Its fins often display reddish hues, complemented by a subtle pinkish-red flush on its throat and cheeks. A naturally secretive species, this basslet gracefully darts between rockwork and crevices, providing intriguing, intermittent glimpses as it explores its environment. Though initially shy, it becomes more confident once acclimated to a stable aquarium.

Care Level

An intermediate care level species, the Barred Spiny Basslet thrives in well-established reef tanks. Generally peaceful with other non-aggressive fish, it can be territorial towards its own kind unless housed in very large systems. Exercise caution with very small ornamental invertebrates, as they may be seen as food.

Tank Essentials

Provide a minimum of 115 litres for a single specimen, ensuring ample live rock, caves, and sheltered areas for security. Maintain stable parameters: 22-27°C temperature, pH 8.1-8.4, and 1.020-1.025 SG salinity. A mature filtration system is crucial for water quality.

Diet

A carnivorous species, this basslet thrives on meaty foods. Offer high-quality frozen mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, and finely chopped marine foods once or twice daily. This fish may also prey on small benthic invertebrates.

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• Scientific Name: Belonepterygion fasciolatum
• Common Name / Variant: Barred Spiny Basslet / Banded Longfin
• Maximum Size: 5 cm
• Origin: Indo-West Pacific (Japan, Australia, New Caledonia)
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 22–27°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Bottom/Mid (rockwork)

Elevate your reef aquarium today with this fascinating Barred Spiny Basslet!