Masuda's Hogfish, Adult

Add Bodianus Hogfish to aquariums with plenty of stable rock work for hiding, a deep sand bed and lots of swim room. If frightened they may burrow in the sand for protection. Hogfish are voracious eaters so provide a high quality meaty diet multiple times daily. Hogfish can be a bit territorial but do tend to get along with most tank inhabitants. They may pick at small invertebrates and crustaceans. Most Hogfish are hermaphrodites, meaning they are may turn from female to male at some point in their lives.

Masuda's Hogfish are also sometimes known as the Pacific Redstripe, Black Spot, Candystripe or Peppermint Hogfish. Rarely seen in the aquarium trade. The Masuda's Hogfish is a beautiful fish with vibrant red, yellow and white stripes and dark fins. Masuda's Hogfish can grow to almost 5".

We recommend a minimum aquarium size of 50 gallons or larger for this species.

Water conditions: Salinity 1.020 - 1.025, Temp (F) 72 - 78, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Alkalinity 8 - 12 dKH