ℹ️ Overview
The Spanish hogfish (Bodianus rufus) is a colorful reef fish noted for its vibrant yellow tail and posterior, juxtaposed with a purplish anterior body. It is native to the western Atlantic Ocean, commonly found from Florida and the Gulf of Mexico to Brazil. This species is characterized by its distinctive elongated body and a protruding snout. While it is known within the aquarium hobby, it is not as prevalent as some other fish due to its size and specific care requirements.
📊 Datasheet
View More- DifficultyChallenging
- HardinessModerate
- pH7.8 - 8.4
- PopularityUncommon
- RarityUncommon
- Temperature22.0 - 28.0 °C
- VibrancyVibrant
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
Neptune’s rating:
Based on 13 data points
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