Blackcap Basslet

Species: Gramma melacara

About Blackcap Basslet

A solitary species (Ref. 26340) found on nearly vertical cliffs and drop-offs beyond outer reefs. Often upside-down. Retreats into recesses when alarmed (Ref. 9710). Has been reared in captivity (Ref. 35420). Most common in water more than 30 m deep. Gradually replaces G. loreto at depths of 15-30 m (Ref. 26938).

Ref: Robins, C.R. and G.C. Ray. 1986. (Ref. 7251)