The Royal Gramma is one of the most popular and colorful fish in the saltwater aquarium hobby. Featuring a stunning blend of vibrant purple and bright yellow, this peaceful reef fish brings incredible color and personality to any marine aquarium. Its hardy nature and ease of care make it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced reef keepers.
Royal Grammas are known for their curious behavior and often hover near caves and rockwork, darting in and out of their favorite hiding spots. Their peaceful temperament makes them a great addition to community reef tanks, where they coexist well with a wide variety of tank mates.
At My Tiny Fins, we carefully select healthy livestock and package every order with care. We proudly offer a Live Arrival Guarantee and primarily ship livestock on Mondays and Tuesdays to ensure the safest delivery possible.
Care Information –
Scientific Name: Gramma loreto
Common Name: Royal Gramma
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Carnivore
Reef Safe: Yes
Adult Size: Up to 3 inches
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Temperature: 76–80°F
Salinity: 1.023–1.026
Care Tips –
– Provide plenty of live rock, caves, and crevices for hiding and establishing territory.
– Feed a varied diet including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, marine pellets, flakes, and other quality frozen foods.
– Keep with peaceful tank mates and avoid aggressive species that may intimidate them.
– Royal Grammas appreciate a well-established aquarium with stable water parameters.
– While generally peaceful, they may defend their favorite cave or hiding spot from similar-shaped fish.
– A secure lid is recommended, as they may jump if startled.
Fun Fact –
In the wild, Royal Grammas are often found swimming upside down beneath rocky ledges and cave overhangs. This unusual behavior helps them feed and seek shelter among the reef’s many crevices.
Why You’ll Love Them –
– Stunning purple and yellow coloration
– Hardy and beginner-friendly
– Peaceful and reef-safe
– Excellent for community aquariums
– Active and full of personality
Live Arrival Guarantee: We stand behind the quality of our livestock and offer a Live Arrival Guarantee. Please review our policy for complete details. Livestock shipments are typically shipped on Mondays and Tuesdays to ensure the safest and fastest delivery possible.
The Royal Gramma is a timeless reef favorite that combines brilliant color, peaceful behavior, and easy care, making it a wonderful addition to almost any saltwater aquarium. 🐠💜💛🌊
