Blue Assessor - New Caledonia

Assessor macneilli

Assessor Basslets are ideal for both FOWLER and reef aquariums. They are reef safe, and have a small adult size. Though they aren’t particularly peaceful but are on the more easy going side. This means they have a wide variety of fish they can be placed with, though the most and least aggressive fish would probably both be questionable choices. This basslet enjoys overhangs and caves that hang around in and can even be seen chilling upside down under the overhangs. They prefer those hiding spots because that is a natural habitat for them. They will be most active in lower light parts of the day, though they will learn to be active during daylight once they correlate that with feeding time. A diet of meaty foods, such as squid and enriched brine shrimps should be offered twice a day for continued health. Cautionary note: provide a tight fitted top to the aquarium since assessors are known to jump when startled.

The Blue Macneill Assessor is s dark blue with neon blue outlining their fins. They are found through out the Western Pacific and Coral Sea. In the wild, they are found in loose groups in reefs up to 20 meters deep.