Candy Hogfish
Bodianus bimaculatus
Suggested Tank
70+ gallons
Max Size
9 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Candy Hogfish is a brightly colored saltwater fish that is popular among aquarists for its unique appearance and interesting behavior. It has a vibrant pink body with yellow stripes and spots, giving it a striking look.
Reef Safe
No. The Candy Hogfish is not considered reef safe as it may eat small invertebrates and disturb corals.
Environment
The Candy Hogfish requires a large aquarium with plenty of swimming space. It prefers a tank with a sandy bottom where it can burrow. This species also appreciates plenty of hiding places, such as rockwork or caves.
Behavior
This species is known for its curious and active nature. It likes to burrow in the sand and is often seen swimming around the tank. It can be aggressive towards other fish, especially smaller ones, and should be kept with similarly sized or larger fish.
Information might not be complete or accurate. Help the community by suggesting corrections.
No Reviews Yet
Be the first to review this fish.
For Sale
Similar Fish
Other medium fish you might like
Write a Review
Candy Hogfish
Bodianus bimaculatus
Suggest an Edit
Join The Community
Create an account to contribute to the community
Prefer our mobile app?
Scan to download the app
Download ReefBay
Scan the QR code with your phone to download the app
Available on iOS and Android