Saddleback Hogfish – Bodianus bilunulatus
 Saddleback Hogfish – Bodianus bilunulatus
 

Saddleback Hogfish – Bodianus bilunulatus

Species Name: Bodianus bilunulatus

Synonyms: B. bilunulatus bilunulatus

Common Names: Saddleback Hogfish, Hawaiian Hogfish, Tarry hogfish

Family: Labridae, subfamily: Bodianinae

Order: Perciformes (perch-likes)

Class: Acinopterygii (ray-finned fishes)

Max.Size: 21.7 inches / 55cm

Environment: Reef, Depth 8-160

Origin: Indo-West Pacific





Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Company: Keep with other large aggressive species

Aquarium Setup: 300gal minimum tank with plenty of Live Rock. Not Reef Safe

Food: A carnivorous diet is appropriate for these fish. Mysis and Brine Shrimp either frozen or live along with a wide variety of other forzen foods can be offered these fish. Also feeds on crustaceans and other hard-shelled invertebrates

Breeding: No info