Fin's Fish Guide
The Masuda's hogfish (Bodianus masudai) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 12 cm.
Asia: Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is., New Caledonia, Norfolk I.
Description
The Masuda's hogfish is a wrasse, a hogfish (Labridae), from reef water of the northwest Pacific, off East Asia. The species has an elongate, pink with yellow tints body with strong canine teeth with which it crushes molluscs, crustaceans and sea urchins. As a bottom-oriented fish it swims over coral and rocky reefs; like many wrasses a female changes sex on loss of the male. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Masuda's hogfish?
The Masuda's hogfish has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly pink-purple.
Where does the Masuda's hogfish live?
The Masuda's hogfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is., New Caledonia, Norfolk I.
How big does the Masuda's hogfish get?
The Masuda's hogfish grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Masuda's hogfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Masuda'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.
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Same genus Bodianus
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