Gramma loreto

Behavior:

Fairy basslets are often found on reef walls that are full of caves and ledges. They are most active during the day, feeding mainly on crustaceans – although they occasionally act as a cleaner fish. At night, they retreat into the safety of a familiar reef shelter.

Predators:

Snapper, grouper, and moray eels.

Did you know?

Fairy basslet males spend a lot of time maintaining a small shelter in the reef in the hope of attracting a female. If the male is successful, the female will lay her eggs in his shelter and he will maintain the nest. He will remove sand and other debris, and defend the eggs from other reef creatures.