Where to buy Blackfin Hogfish
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About Blackfin Hogfish
Elongated, slender body with a forked caudal fin; predominantly black with yellowish fins and a conspicuous white bar below the dorsal fin.
Key facts
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Family
- Labridae
- Min tank size
- 100 gallons
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Blackfin Hogfish requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Diet Details
- Zooplankton, small fish, marine invertebrates (e.g., shrimp, crabs)
- Origin
- The Labrus blackfin is naturally found in the Mediterranean Sea, specifically along the coasts of Spain, Italy, and France, primarily at depths between 20-120 meters.
- Appearance
- Elongated, slender body with a forked caudal fin; predominantly black with yellowish fins and a conspicuous white bar below the dorsal fin.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Hole-in-the-Head Disease, White Spot Syndrome
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 100 gallon tank (190 L) - Water temperature: 64-72°F (18-22°C) - pH: 8.1-8.4 - Salinity: 1.020 - 1.025 SG - Setup: Live rock, sand substrate, plenty of swimming space and hiding places, strong water flow
- Max Size
- 18
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