Candy Hog Wrasse
| Latin Name |
Bodianus bimaculatus |
| Common Name |
Candy Hog Wrasse |
| Also known as |
Twinspot Hog, Two Spot Hog, Twinspot Hogfish |
| Fast Facts |
A super popular and perfect reef aquarium fish, the average size of the Candy Hog is only about 2", maximum size in nature is around 4". May eat very small shrimps, etc, but it is otherwise reef safe. Generally a relatively peaceful community fish, but may bother exceptionally docile, similarly shaped fishes such as Firefish or Flasher Wrasses. Virtually unknown to trade until the late 90's, the Candy Hog has become a tremendously popular reef aquarium fish. |
| Sizes |
Specimens are around 1.5"-2.5"
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| Range in Nature |
Indo Pacific |
| Minimum Aquarium Size |
20 |
| Diet and Feeding |
Feed a varied diet of frozen prepared foods, minced fresh shrimp, and a good flake food. Try to feed at least twice a day. |
| Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult) |
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| Reef Aquarium Compatibility |
The best hogfish for the reef aquarium, nice and small! |
| Related Fish |
Axilspot Hogfish,
Blackfin Hogfish,
Candy Stripe Hogfish,
Cuban Hogfish,
Diana's Hogfish,
Eclipse Coral Hogfish,
Peppermint Hog,
Saddle Hogfish Hawaiian,
Spanish Hogfish,
More Hogfish |
| Availability |
Semi Regularly Available
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| Add to Cart |
Candy Hog Wrasse SALE!
| Price |
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| $29.00 (reg. $39.00) |
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Availability is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice. Note: Because these are living animals, and not made in a factory, actual specimens will vary and will not look identical to the image provided. Sizes stated are approximate.
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