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About Splitlevel Hogfish
Oval-shaped, medium-sized fish; primarily silver with a prominent vertical black stripe along its flanks and a distinctive yellow split line extending from its eye to its tail.
Key facts
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Origin
- The Labrus splitlevel is naturally found in the Mediterranean Sea, specifically along the coasts of France, Italy, and Spain. This fish inhabits depths ranging from 10 to 40 meters.
- Feeding Schedule
- Feed 2-3 times daily
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Min tank size
- 100 gallons
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 100 gallon tank • Temperature: 64-72°F (18-22°C) • pH: 8.0-8.3 • Specific needs: Sand substrate, live rock, open swimming areas • Salinity: 1.020 - 1.025
- Max Size
- 8
- Appearance
- Oval-shaped, medium-sized fish; primarily silver with a prominent vertical black stripe along its flanks and a distinctive yellow split line extending from its eye to its tail.
- Diet Details
- Marine algae, small crustaceans, fish eggs, polychaete worms, mollusks (snails and clams), shrimp, copepods
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 75-80°F (24-27°C) pH: 8.0-8.4 Salinity: 1.021-1.025
- Family
- Labridae
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