Hogfish – Coral

Coral Hogfish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  80 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 20cm (8″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 11 years

Scientific Name: Bodianus Mesothorax

Other Common Names: Eclipse Hogfish, Mesothorax Hogfish

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: No (As a juvenile they will not bother inverts)

Approx. Purchase Size:  Small: 2- 3 inches Medium: 3.5 -5 inches 

The coral hogfish, scientific name Bodianus Mesothorax is a semi-aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 80 gallons. The coral hogfish can grow up to 8” and can live up to 11 years. Coral hogfish are carnivores and should be fed frozen meaty foods such as brine or mysis shrimp. Coral hogfish should be kept singly. Coral hogfish will not bother coral and most invertebrates as a juvenile. Mature hogfish will prey upon shrimp, snails, mussels and small fish. Hogfish will sleep in the rocks but will be seen swimming around the tank during the day. The coral hogfish is also referred to as the eclipse hogfish or the mesothorax hogfish. The coral hogfish will change its coloration from a juvenile to an adult.