Hidden basslet (Pseudoplesiops typus)

Scientific name: Pseudoplesiops typus Bleeker, 1858

The Hidden basslet (Pseudoplesiops typus) is a marine fish of the family Pseudochromidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 24–26°C (75–79°F).

Hidden basslet care at a glance

Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 24-26; Anal spines: 2 - 3; Anal soft rays: 14 - 16. Variable from pale yellow to red.

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Scientific name: Pseudoplesiops typus
Family: Pseudochromidae (Dottybacks)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 4.6
Depth range: 15–65 m (49–213 ft)
Environment: Marine; reef-associated; depth range 15 - 65 m, usually 15 - 65 m
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Western Central Pacific: Borneo to the Solomon Islands, north to the Philippines, south to northwestern Australia and Queensland; Marshall Islands in Micronesia.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial