Blackfin Hogfish

Latin Name

Bodianus loxozonus

Common Name

Blackfin Hogfish

Also known as

Black Saddle Hogfish

Fast Facts

This gorgeous species readily acclimates to captivity and is a great community aquarium fish. Infrequently available, this fish is highly recommended for the medium to bold community aquarium, as are other more frequently available Hogfish. Once fully adjusted to the aquarium, this is a bold, curious species whose personality may be too much for overly passive fish, or fish introduced to the tank after it has become established. Only keep one individual per aquarium and provide plenty of swimming room. This hogfish is very easy to feed and they will eat motile invertebrates such as small crabs, etc. Juveniles are part-time cleaners and will practice their craft in the home aquarium.

Sizes

Medium/Around 2"-4"
Large/Around 4"-5"

Range in Nature

Indo-Pacific

Minimum Aquarium Size

Diet and Feeding

Very easy to feed. Feed a varied diet of meaty foods. Include frozen preparations for carnivores and fresh seafoods.

Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult)

Reef Aquarium Compatibility

Smaller individuals usually do not cause many problems in the reef aquarium, but as they grow they are a potential threat to snails, worms, and ornamental crustaceans.

Availability

Seldom available

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Blackfin Hogfish

Size	Price	Qty.	Add
Medium	$49.00
Large	$69.00

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.