Liopropoma rubre

Liopropoma rubre
Conservation status
Not evaluated (IUCN 3.1)
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Chordata
Class:	Actinopterygii
Order:	Perciformes
Family:	Serranidae
Genus:	Liopropoma
Species:	L. rubre
Binomial name
Liopropoma rubre Poey, 1861

Liopropoma rubre also known as the Peppermint bass is an uncommon basslet species that is collected from deeper Atlantic reef areas.^[1] They have alternating maroon, pink, and yellowish horizontal stripes from the snout to the tail. The tail, dorsal, and anal fins are tipped in black and white.

These basslets prefer rocky environments like the rubble piles at the base of the reef. They may hide at first, but will become bolder with time. They may also become territorial around their area of the reef. Aside from a great personality (though somewhat territorial), the coloration of this fish is its greatest attribute. Its orange-red and pink lateral striping then baby blue or white fins with black spots make this a spectacular aquarium addition. As a carnivore, it readily accepts meaty meals including live brine and frozen prepared foods.

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