Wrasses
Lyretail Hogfish
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About this fish
About this fish
Lyretail Hogfish (Bodianus anthoides) is a hogfish for the home saltwater aquarium, sold as an active wrasse-type fish. It’s a great choice when you want a bold, outgoing swimmer that uses open water space while still appreciating rockwork. In practical terms, it works well as a centerpiece fish in a fish-only tank with live rock, where it can hunt and forage alongside appropriate tank conditions.
Features:
- Active, outgoing hogfish/wrasse behavior that benefits from a roomy aquarium and open swimming space
- Bold presence with movement through the water column while still using rockwork
- Typically feeds well on meaty frozen foods such as mysis, krill, and chopped seafood
- Can help create a more natural “foraging” feel by eating small crustaceans and snails
- Best matched to fish-only setups with live rock and compatible tankmates
- Handle new arrivals with slow acclimation and a quiet settling period
Specifications:
- Scientific name: Bodianus anthoides
- Category: Wrasses (hogfish type)
- Sizes offered: Large, Med, Small, XL
- Diet: Meaty frozen foods such as mysis, krill, and chopped seafood
- Feeding frequency: Two or three times per day
- Tank setup fit: Fish-only system with live rock (they may eat small crustaceans and snails)
