The Blackcap is a purple fish with a black head that resembles a cap, hence the name. These fish are not aggressive toward tank mates except other other fish of the same species. They are territorial. Basslets can be jumpers, so a lid is necessary.

COMMON NAME:		Black Cap Basslet
SCIENTIFIC NAME:		Gramma melcara
SIZE AVAILABLE:		~1 1/2 inches
MINIMUM TANK SIZE:		20 gallons
FOOD/DIET:		Carnivore
CARE LEVEL:		Easy
REEF SAFE:		Considered safe
AVAILABILITY:		Most always available - 99%