Eclipse Hogfish / Coral Hogfish Med

About this fish

Eclipse Hogfish / Coral Hogfish Med is an active hogfish for the home saltwater aquarium, identified as Bodianus mesothorax. As a bold, swimming-focused wrasse-type fish, it’s typically kept as a centerpiece animal in a suitably roomy setup with strong rockwork and open space for daily activity. Practical use: it can help bring personality and movement to the tank, but it should be planned carefully with tankmates because hogfish readily feed on small invertebrates.

Features:

• Active, wrasse-like behavior with bold presence—best appreciated in a tank with plenty of open swimming space
• Rockwork is useful for structure and natural browsing, but the fish also needs room to cruise
• Diet centers on meaty foods; it readily accepts frozen preparations such as mysis, krill, and chopped seafood
• Often eats small crustaceans, snails, and other small invertebrates, so it suits many fish-only setups with live rock
• Give it time to settle: acclimate slowly and provide a quieter area in the aquarium for adjustment
• Because tank setups and compatible tankmates vary, we recommend discussing your specific plan before ordering

Specifications:

• Scientific name (verified): Bodianus mesothorax
• Care level (general): Saltwater aquarium care; acclimate slowly and monitor closely during settling-in
• Temperament: Active and bold
• Tank setup guidance: Roomy tank with open swimming space and rockwork; fish-only setup often works best if you want to protect invertebrates
• Diet: Meaty frozen foods such as mysis, krill, and chopped seafood; typically feed 2–3 times daily
• Feeding notes: May eat small crustaceans, snails, and other small invertebrates
• Placement note: Provide a quiet spot to help it settle when it arrives