Eclipse Hogfish

Bodianus mesothorax


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Eclipse Hogfish

Eclipse Hogfish

Bodianus mesothorax


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Care Facts

Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Diet: Carnivore
Reef Safe: No
Minimum Tank Size: 70 gallons
Max Size: 8 inches
The Eclipse Hogfish, Bodianus mesothorax, also known as the Coral Hogfish, Splitlevel Hogfish, or Mesothorax Hogfish, features a red/purple frontal region and a yellow/white back half. It is hardy in the home aquarium but relatively aggressive. The Eclipse Hogfish is an active swimmer that can act as a bully to smaller more vulnerable fishes. 
It requires an established reef aquarium with plenty of caves and crevices to hide, a sandy substrate, and free swimming space. As a juvenile, the Eclipse Hogfish can act as a remora to pick off parasites from other fish, but they will lose this behavior as they mature. They will eat a diet of carnivorous foods like shrimp, scallops, and mussels. Tank maters should not be timid  - they pair well with angels, tangs, damsels, and peaceful triggers.

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