{"title":"Grammas","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe royal gramma is one of the best value fish in the marine hobby. Purple at the front, yellow at the back, hardy, reef safe, peaceful and small enough for a nano tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey hold station in a cave or under an overhang and often orient to the rock rather than the water surface, so a rockscape with holes and ledges suits them far better than an open aquascape. They accept prepared foods without fuss and rarely trouble anything else in the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep one per tank in smaller systems, since two will usually dispute the same cave. Like most small reef fish they jump, so use a lid. See \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-delivery\"\u003eshipping and delivery\u003c\/a\u003e for live fish terms.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"royal-gramma-gramma-loreto","title":"Royal Gramma | Gramma loreto","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn Caribbean reefs the Royal Gramma tucks under ledges and hovers near cave mouths. That same shelter-loving habit makes it one of the easiest, most peaceful splashes of purple and gold you can add to a reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoyal Grammas live around vertical reef faces, cave mouths and shaded ledges. They naturally spend time close to shelter and may hover near a chosen crevice. Its natural range is Caribbean reef slopes, caves, overhangs and shaded ledges. These fish are closely associated with rock, coral bases, ledges or cave openings, so they feel safest in aquariums with layered aquascaping and multiple retreat points. Open, bare tanks can make them nervous or overly defensive, while a structured reef gives them clear boundaries and reduces stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoyal Gramma has the body shape and behaviour expected from its group, with quick movement, alert eyes and a preference for staying near shelter. Colour and markings are species-specific, but healthy specimens should show clear fins, strong body condition and confident feeding. The adult size is generally 7–8 cm, making this species suitable for carefully planned marine aquariums where space and tank mates are considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTemperament is best described as Peaceful to mildly territorial around caves. Grammas and assessors are usually more peaceful cave dwellers, while many dottybacks can be bold and territorial despite their small size. Suitable tank mates include clownfish, cardinalfish, gobies, blennies, peaceful wrasse, chromis and appropriately sized tangs in larger systems. Avoid adding this fish to tanks dominated by large predators or very aggressive damsels, and avoid mixing similar dottybacks unless the aquarium is large with plenty of broken rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis species should be fed as a Carnivore; frozen mysis, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, chopped seafood and small marine pellets. Offer small portions once or twice daily and vary the diet to maintain colour, body weight and immune strength. Frozen mysis shrimp is an excellent staple, while enriched brine shrimp can help new arrivals begin feeding. Small sinking pellets or finely chopped seafood are useful once the fish is settled. Because these fish often feed close to rockwork, ensure food reaches their territory rather than being taken only by faster open-water swimmers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a minimum aquarium size of 100 L, with 150 L or larger recommended for long-term comfort or community setups. Maintain temperature at 24–27°C, pH 8.1–8.4 and salinity 1.024–1.026. Moderate water flow is ideal, with calmer pockets near caves. Lighting can match the reef system, but shaded retreats are important. Use strong biological filtration, a quality protein skimmer and regular water changes of 10–20% as needed to keep nitrate and phosphate stable. Aquascaping should include caves, overhangs and visual barriers. This fish does not school and is usually kept singly unless a known compatible pair is supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePairs may spawn in caves and the male may guard a nest, but raising larvae is difficult and rarely attempted in standard home aquariums. In many cave-dwelling marine fish, spawning behaviour involves cleaning a protected surface or nest site and defending the area. Larval rearing is rarely simple because fry require very small live foods, stable water and separate rearing systems. Most hobbyists should focus on providing stable care and watching for natural courtship behaviour rather than expecting easy breeding in a display tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGramma loreto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoyal Gramma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaribbean reef slopes, caves, overhangs and shaded ledges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7–8 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–8 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful to mildly territorial around caves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 L or larger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarnivore; frozen mysis, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, chopped seafood and small marine pellets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24–27°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.1–8.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable for marine aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.024–1.026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarine aquariums, reef aquariums and fish-only systems with suitable tank mates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, reef safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable for marine aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable tank mates include peaceful clownfish, cardinalfish, gobies, blennies, peaceful wrasse, chromis, assessors, grammas, small tangs in larger systems and robust reef-safe invertebrates. Choose tank mates that are not small enough to be bullied and not aggressive enough to trap the fish away from food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid keeping with large predatory fish, aggressive triggers, lionfish, groupers, highly aggressive damsels, multiple similar dottybacks in small aquariums, delicate timid fish that cannot compete for food, and very small ornamental shrimp if the species is known to be predatory.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55351895032099,"sku":"AA1999-S","price":225.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55226960085283,"sku":"AA1999","price":225.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small (1-5cm) \/ Captive Bred","offer_id":55562741481763,"sku":"AA1999-S-CB","price":225.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm) \/ Captive Bred","offer_id":55562741514531,"sku":"AA1999-M-CB","price":225.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/royal-gramma-gramma-loreto-43090640666915.webp?v=1790305347"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/collections\/Royal_Gramma_Gramma_loreto_1db78751-2465-49e4-aa43-304718a0bc39.jpg?v=1788252697","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/collections\/grammas.oembed","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}