{"product_id":"lantern-basslet-serranus-baldwini","title":"Lantern Basslet (Serranus Baldwini)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLantern Basslet \u003cem\u003e(Serranus baldwini)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lantern Basslet is a stunning and rarely seen Caribbean basslet its known for the vivid orange, red, and yellow colouration accented by electric blue facial markings. Despite its appearance, this species is relatively uncommon in the aquarium trade. The Lantern Basslet is an active fish that spends much of the day weaving through caves and rockwork, occasionally hovering in the open before retreating to its favourite crevice. Hardy once established and full of personality, it is an excellent choice for peaceful reef aquariums where its vibrant colours can truly shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuggested parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature: \u003cstrong\u003e24–26°C (75–79°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalinity: \u003cstrong\u003e1.025–1.026 SG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH: \u003cstrong\u003e8.1–8.4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlkalinity: \u003cstrong\u003e8–10 dKH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium: \u003cstrong\u003e400–450 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnesium: \u003cstrong\u003e1250–1400 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNitrate: \u003cstrong\u003e2–20 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhosphate: \u003cstrong\u003e0.03–0.10 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and temperament\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes; completely reef safe with corals and generally safe with ornamental invertebrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons (115 litres)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide plenty of live rock with caves, ledges, and overhangs for shelter and territory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest kept singly unless housed in a very large aquarium with abundant rockwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay become territorial toward other basslets, dottybacks, or similarly shaped fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes well with peaceful to semi-aggressive community reef fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA secure lid is recommended, as this species may jump when startled\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lantern Basslet is a carnivore that eagerly accepts a wide variety of meaty aquarium foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrozen mysis shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnriched frozen brine shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinely chopped shrimp, clam, and other marine meaty foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-quality marine pellets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium marine flakes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed 1–2 times daily with a varied diet to maintain vibrant colouration and excellent health\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility and tankmates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent with clownfish, gobies, blennies, cardinalfish, firefish, fairy wrasses, flasher wrasses, anthias, and tangs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with dwarf angelfish and most peaceful reef species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafe with corals, shrimp, snails, crabs, and other ornamental invertebrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid housing with aggressive dottybacks, large wrasses, triggers, lionfish, groupers, or other predatory fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid mixing with other basslets unless the aquarium is large enough to establish separate territories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHealth and acclimation notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lantern Basslet is generally hardy and adapts well to aquarium life when introduced into a mature, stable reef system. Slow drip acclimation over 45–60 minutes is recommended to reduce stress. Newly introduced specimens may remain hidden for the first few days while they establish a territory among the rockwork. Offering frozen mysis or other meaty foods shortly after introduction usually encourages feeding, and most individuals quickly become bold and active once settled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you are buying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Lantern Basslet \u003cem\u003e(Serranus baldwini)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColouration features brilliant shades of orange, red, and yellow with striking electric blue markings around the face and head. Natural variation in colour intensity and pattern is normal between individuals. Size and coloration may vary depending on age and collection location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mature aquarium with stable water parameters, a lot live rock, and plenty of hiding places is recommended. Slow drip acclimation is strongly encouraged before introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy we love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExceptionally vibrant orange, red, and yellow colouration with stunning electric blue facial markings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and highly sought-after Caribbean species that stands out from more common basslets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive and visible throughout the day, constantly exploring the rockwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy and easy to care for once established in a mature aquarium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e.Completely reef safe and an excellent choice for peaceful community reef tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA unique, eye-catching fish that brings colour and personality to any marine aquarium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Little Shop of Coral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53781868347665,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5196\/6737\/files\/IMG-0056.webp?v=1784134707","url":"https:\/\/littleshopofcoral.ca\/products\/lantern-basslet-serranus-baldwini","provider":"Little Shop of Coral","version":"1.0","type":"link"}