Yellow Candy Hog

About this fish

Yellow Candy Hog is sold as *Bodianus bimaculatus* (twospot hogfish / candy hogfish), a marine wrasse-type fish known for bold personality and a strong preference for meaty foods. In an aquarium, it’s best used as a single, established fish with ample rockwork and open swimming space—especially in systems where feeding and compatibility are carefully managed.

Features:

• Predatory, carnivorous appetite—designed for aquariums that can reliably offer frequent meaty foods
• Semi-aggressive behavior: may be territorial or challenging with similar fish, so choose tankmates thoughtfully
• Works in reef or fish-only setups, but it’s generally risky for small invertebrates (caution is recommended)
• Appreciates hiding places and structure (crevices/overhangs) alongside open swimming space
• May be difficult to accept prepared food at first; offering appropriate live/finely targeted foods can help during transition
• A strong candidate for aquarists with intermediate marine experience and consistent feeding routines

Specifications:

• Scientific name: Bodianus bimaculatus
• Common identity used in trade: Twospot hogfish / candy hogfish
• Care level: Intermediate
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Adult size: Up to ~4 in (10 cm)
• Minimum tank size (one fish): 60 gallons
• Diet: Carnivore; meaty marine-based frozen/live foods (e.g., mysis, brine shrimp, black worms) and fortified foods
• Temperature: 72–82°F (22–27°C)
• pH: 8.0–8.5
• Salinity (specific gravity): 1.020–1.026