Considering some Basslets

[xian]

I have a question about the Harlequin Basslet. Websites cautions about small fish. How small? Also how well do they get along with the Lantern Basslet?

My 125 currently has:

2 Ocellaris clownfish 1" and 1.5" (Very young probably about 2 years old)
1 Talbot's Damselfish 1.25" (Very old probably full grown)
1 Klauswitz Blenny 2"-2.5" (Long and skinny of course)
1 Fourline Wrasse 1.75" (Also very old I've had him two years but I know he's at least 6 years old)

So my question is one, both, nethier? I don't have shrimp or other small crustaceans

 

[xian]

Bump

 

[Tat2demon]

I have no experience with the harlequin but if you're open to suggestions I highly recommend Chalk Bass. They're very colorful, non-aggressive, reef safe and can be kept in groups. One of my favorites.

http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+21+1700&pcatid=1700

 

[rssjsb]

Yes, I think harlequins and lanterns are more aggressive. Chalk bass is a good alternative.

 

[b2d2t]

i personally like the swales and the swissguard, but it all depends on what you like.

 

[joejoe1055]

i would be careful mixing basslets
let us know what u do

 

[xian]

Thanks guys. Chalk isn't one of my options, nor is swales, swissguard is way out of my price range but I do like them all.

I'm going to get the Lantern. I'm probably going to pass on the Harlequin.

 

[xian]

Lantern is going to have to find a new home. Its my wrasse and damsel that are too aggressive for him. Go figure.

 

[joejoe1055]

thats too bad i always liked the lantern
you don't see them as often

 

[aandfsoccr04]

I'd recommend the black cap basslet. Shy at first, but after a few days it is out all the time in my tank. Not to mention, it is very beautiful as well. Here is a pic of mine:

 

[xian]

Very nice. But I'm not likely so subject another fish to these brutes. I added my blenny most recently when my old bicolor died and they never bothered. Him but they harassed the poor lantern early to death. The damsels and clowns are just being territorial but the wrasse is relentless.

 

[Gwiizzy]

I want to do 2 Clowns a Tail spot blenny and one other fish any suggestions?

 

[snorvich]

i would be careful mixing basslets
let us know what u do

Yes, they do not necessarily get along.

 

[snorvich]

Yes, I think harlequins and lanterns are more aggressive. Chalk bass is a good alternative.

I agree. If you add them together, a group can be rather interesting.