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The Diana's hogfish (Bodianus diana) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 17 cm.
Description
Diana's hogfish is a colourful wrasse from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 17 cm and has a red-brown body with white spots along the back and a few black blotches on the fins; juveniles are strikingly spotted. As a reef-dweller it uses its strong teeth to search for molluscs, crustaceans and sea urchins. Like many wrasses it is a protogynous hermaphrodite: fish start as females and can later become males. The fish appears in the reef aquarium. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Diana's hogfish?
The Diana's hogfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a spots pattern. Red-brown with white spots; protogynous hermaphrodite
Where does the Diana's hogfish live?
The Diana's hogfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-Pacific
How big does the Diana's hogfish get?
The Diana's hogfish grows to a maximum of about 17 cm.
Is the Diana's hogfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Diana's hogfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Diana's hogfish edible?
The Diana's hogfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Bodianus
More from the family Labridae
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