{"product_id":"hamlet","title":"Barred Hamlet","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHypoplectrus puella\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Caribbean Barred Hamlet is an eye-catching saltwater fish with bold markings and plenty of personality. Its light-colored body is covered with distinct dark vertical bands, creating a sharp contrast that stands out beautifully in both reef and fish-only aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFound throughout the Caribbean, this species naturally inhabits coral reefs and rocky areas with plenty of shelter. An aquarium with live rock, caves, and shaded overhangs will help it feel secure and provide places to explore. Barred Hamlets are usually compatible with similarly sized tank mates, but they may become territorial toward other hamlets or prey on fish and invertebrates small enough to fit in their mouth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce acclimated, the Caribbean Barred Hamlet is generally hardy and adjusts well to aquarium life. It should be offered a varied carnivorous diet that includes mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, chopped marine seafood, and quality frozen or prepared foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts manageable adult size, distinctive pattern, and curious behavior make the Barred Hamlet an excellent option for experienced hobbyists looking to add a unique Caribbean species to an established aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e With Caution — may consume small fish, shrimp, and other crustaceans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Long Island Tropical","offers":[{"title":"Conditioned","offer_id":50090673078520,"sku":null,"price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quarantined","offer_id":50090673111288,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/6169\/9064\/files\/27036884-3D51-4845-8A62-D97A488F7705.jpg?v=1785543401","url":"https:\/\/longislandtropical.com\/products\/hamlet","provider":"Long Island Tropical","version":"1.0","type":"link"}