Two Spot Hogfish (Bodianus Bimaculatus)
Also Known As: Twinspot Hogfish, Twospot Slender Hogfish
Compatibility and Behavior The Two Spot Hogfish is a lively, torpedo-shaped reef fish that brings real movement and color to the mid and lower water column. The body shows a warm pink to orange center wrapped in bright yellow, with two distinct dark spots, one near the gill area and a second toward the rear near the dorsal or caudal base. Fine speckling and clean fin edges give it a sleek, refined look as it darts in and out of rockwork. Personality-wise this is a semi-aggressive species that can develop a territorial streak as it matures, particularly toward smaller, similarly shaped fish or new additions to the tank. It's usually compatible with other medium-sized, confident community fish, but it may harass very shy or tiny tankmates. Two Spot Hogfish are considered reef safe with caution. They generally ignore corals, but once settled in they may prey on small ornamental shrimp, crabs, and other bite-sized invertebrates.
Aquarium Requirements A mature marine aquarium with plenty of live rock, caves, and crevices is the right home, providing both security and natural hunting routes. A tank with a generous footprint and broken sightlines really helps reduce territorial pressure and gives this active swimmer the room it needs to cruise comfortably throughout the aquascape. Moderate to strong flow paired with solid filtration suits both the energetic nature of the fish and the meaty diet it relies on. This species adapts well to a wide variety of lighting styles and works equally well in mixed reefs or FOWLR systems, as long as the rockwork is substantial and offers ample hiding spots. Offer a varied diet of frozen mysis shrimp, finely chopped shrimp, krill, and quality marine carnivore pellets to keep this fish robust, colorful, and less likely to take out boredom or hunger on tankmates.
Specifications
Approximate Size: 1.5-3"
Diet: Carnivore
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Care Level: Moderate
Reef Safe: With caution
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons or larger recommended, with substantial rockwork
Special Considerations: Best housed with confident, medium-sized tankmates that won't be bullied; substantial rockwork with broken sightlines helps manage territorial behavior as the fish matures
Pairs well with
Two Spot Hogfish (Bodianus Bimaculatus)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When will you ship my order?
We will ship on the soonest possible shipping day. Our shipping days are Monday-Thursday, and we ship same-day if the order is placed before 12:30 PM PST (unless announced otherwise). For example, if ordering at 1 PM on Thursday, your order will ship the following Monday.
Can you hold my order until next week?
Unfortunately not. We can hold items for up to one business day before shipping. We restock weekly, so chances are good we will receive more by next week!
When is the best time to order?
Saturdays and Sundays are the absolute best time to order, followed by Wednesday evenings. The closer you order to an inventory update, the better the available inventory.
What happens if something I ordered is unavailable?
We will email you to request a substitution. If you would like your original order, chances are good that it will be available to ship within the week (unless it is a very rare item).
Can I modify my order once it has been placed?
This is possible, but not guaranteed. Please email us if you need to modify your order or shipping address, and we will gladly make the changes for you, or let you know if it is too late.
What should I do if FedEx is unreliable in my area?
We recommend shipping to a FedEx Ship Center, as packages get delivered there first before trucks go on residential deliveries. Click here to see how.
What salinity do you ship at?
Salinity for fish is 1.018-9. Salinity for inverts is 1.024-5.