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About Lyretail Hogfish
Bodianus anthioides displays a striking bicolored pattern with bright yellow coloration on the anterior half of the body and upper head, contrasting with deep burgundy to purple on the posterior body and tail. The dorsal and anal fins are edged in yellow. This wrasse exhibits a streamlined, laterally compressed body typical of Labridae, with a pointed snout and the characteristic lyrate (lyre-shaped) caudal fin that gives the species its common name.
Key facts
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region, ranging from the East African coast through the Great Barrier Reef to the Hawaiian Islands and Micronesia. Found in coral reef environments at depths of 5–60 meters.
- Temperament
- Semi Aggressive
- Diet Details
- In captivity, feed high-quality meaty foods including finely chopped marine fish, crustaceans (mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp), and herbivorous wrasse-specific preparations. Feed 2–3 times daily in small portions to match natural grazing and predatory behavior.
- Max Size
- 9
- Common Health Issues
- Parasitic infections (ich, velvet), bacterial infections, nutritional deficiencies if not fed varied diet
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Family
- Labridae
- Appearance
- Bodianus anthioides displays a striking bicolored pattern with bright yellow coloration on the anterior half of the body and upper head, contrasting with deep burgundy to purple on the posterior body and tail. The dorsal and anal fins are edged in yellow. This wrasse exhibits a streamlined, laterally compressed body typical of Labridae, with a pointed snout and the characteristic lyrate (lyre-shaped) caudal fin that gives the species its common name.
- Min tank size
- 90 gallons
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
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