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Twin spot hogfish Profile

Bodianus bimaculatus

ℹ️ Overview

The Twin spot hogfish (Bodianus bimaculatus) is a marine fish notable for its distinctive coloration, featuring a reddish-pink body with two prominent black spots. Originating from the western Indian Ocean, this species exhibits a streamlined body shape typical of hogfish, with a pointed snout and a dorsal fin that spans the length of its back. Despite its vibrant appearance, the Twin spot hogfish is not particularly well-known or widespread in the aquarium hobby, partly due to its specific care requirements and habitat preferences.

📊 Datasheet

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  • DifficultyChallenging
  • HardinessModerate
  • pH8.1 - 8.4
  • PopularityUncommon
  • RarityRare
  • Temperature22.0 - 28.0 °C
  • VibrancyVery Vibrant

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

Neptune’s rating:

Based on 13 data points

56

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