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Family Grammatidae consists of basslets, which are small, brightly colored fishes found in coral reefs and rocky ledges in tropical western Atlantic Ocean. They are closely related to groupers. 

Non-native Fish Species from Family Grammatidae Found in Florida Waters

Genus and Species Common Name Continent of Origin Population Status Florida Record
Gramma loreto fairy basslet Caribbean Established Collection Info