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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 | - |
