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Lyretail Hogfish (Bodianus anthioides)


Characteristics
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Scientific Name
Bodianus anthioides
Synonym
Bodianus athoides
Popular Names
Lyretail Hogfish
Family
Labridae, subfamily: Bodianinae
Order
Perciformes
Class
Acinopterygii
Maximum Size
8.2 inches (21cm)
Habitats
Reef, Depth 6 - 60 meters
Origin
Indo-Pacific
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Company
Should be kept with more aggressive tankmates
Feed
Meaty foodes such as Mysis and Brine Shrimp as well as live black worms and live grass shrimp
Breeding
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