Royal gramma (Gramma loreto)

Scientific name: Gramma loreto Poey, 1868

The Royal gramma (Gramma loreto) is a marine fish of the family Grammatidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 22–27°C (72–81°F). Native range: Western Central Atlantic, Bermuda, Bahamas, and Central America to northern South America.

Royal gramma care at a glance

Temperature: 22–27°C (72–81°F)

Biology

Often found in caves or under ledges. Swim with belly toward substratum, thus under ledges seen upside down. Feed on ectoparasites of other fishes. Males show various types of nest care behavior. Retreat into recesses when alarmed. Have been reared in captivity.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Gramma loreto
Family: Grammatidae (Basslets)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 8.0
Depth range: 1–60 m (3–197 ft)
Environment: Marine; reef-associated; depth range 1 - 60 m, usually 1 - 40 m
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Western Central Atlantic: Bermuda, Bahamas, and Central America to northern South America.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial