Eclipse Hogfish - Bodianus mesothorax

The Coral Hogfish, also known as Eclipse Hogfish or Mesothorax Hogfish. The juveniles are burgundy with yellow spots. As they mature into adults, they lose spots and show the burgundy face, with yellowish-rosy posteriors and the black stripe.nnnnIt's a great fish for removing parasites from its tank companions and cleaning. Coral Hogfish needs to be kept in a tank that is 70 gallons or larger fish-only tank otherwise, the reef can turn into a buffet. It can be aggressive with smaller, gentle fish and easily intimidated.nnnnMature Coral Hogfish will eat snails and worms, as well as mussels smaller fish, shrimp, and squid.nnnnApproximate Purchase Size: Juvenile Small 3/4" to 1 1/4"; Medium 1 1/4" to 2"; Adult Small: 2" to 3"; Medium: 3" to 4"; Large: 4" to 7"