Buy Golden Basslet – Ultra-Rare Deepwater Treasure | Reef Jewel for Advanced Collectors

Product Overview

Found at extreme depths in the Caribbean and rarely seen in the trade, the Golden Basslet is a holy grail species among marine aquarists. Its electric coloration, compact size, and secretive behavior make it ideal for nano to mid-sized luxury reef setups where detail and rarity take center stage.

• Scientific Name: Liopropoma aberrans

• Common Names: Golden Basslet, Golden Cave Basslet

• Origin: Western Atlantic (deepwater reefs, 150–250 ft)

• Ideal For: Rare fish collectors, nano reef curators, deepwater-themed aquaria

Why Choose Our Golden Basslets?

• Ethically collected by licensed deepwater divers using decompression protocols

• Held in pressurized acclimation chambers to ensure safe surface transition

• Only top-tier specimens selected for stable temperament and bold coloration

• Conditioned to feed on frozen fare and reef-safe diets

• Fully quarantined and vetted before export

Available Sizes

• Juvenile: ~1 inch (2.5 cm) – Perfect for nano reefs or breeding projects

• Sub-adult: 2–3 inches (5–7.5 cm) – Actively feeding and coloration maturing

• Adult: 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) – Showpiece fish ready for spotlight tanks

Tank Requirements & Care

• Minimum Tank Size:

  • Juvenile/Sub-adult: 20–30 gallons

  • Adult: 40–60 gallons

• Tank Setup:

  • Live rock caves and overhangs for hiding

  • Gentle to moderate flow

  • Low to moderate lighting preferred (deepwater conditions)

• Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C)

  • pH: 8.0–8.4

  • Salinity: 1.023–1.026

  • Nitrate: <10 ppm

  • Phosphate: <0.05 ppm

• Diet:

  • Mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, chopped krill, LRS reef blends

  • Can be trained to accept micro pellets or freeze-dried foods

  • Feed 1–2x daily in smaller portions

Behavior & Compatibility

• Peaceful, cryptic, and reef-safe

• Ideal with small reef fish, gobies, and fairy wrasses

• Avoid housing with large, aggressive tankmates

• Can be shy initially but becomes active at feeding time

• May form pairs in large systems

Sourcing, Ethics & Compliance

• Deepwater collection only by trained, certified divers

• Decompression chamber-acclimated for optimal survival

• No chemical collection or reef damage involved

• CITES and export-compliant where required

• Each shipment includes documentation and health certificate

Shipping & Packaging

• Fulfillment Hubs:

  • USA (Los Angeles): North America & LATAM

  • EU (Rotterdam): EU & UK

  • Singapore: Asia & Middle East

• Shipping Methods:

  • FedEx Overnight (USA)

  • Global Express Air Cargo (72hr max window)

  • Temperature-controlled courier for local zones

• Packaging Details:

  • Oxygen-packed in double-layer polybags with ammonia detox

  • Styrofoam box insulation + heat/cool packs as needed

  • Clearly labeled: Live Marine Animal – Fragile

✅ Live Arrival Guarantee

• Guarantee applies on first delivery attempt only

• Unboxing video required within 1 hour of receipt

• Store credit or replacement available on verified DOA

• No live returns accepted due to ethical handling

• Reach us 24/7 via live chat or support@luxuryfishshop.com

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