{"id":3572,"date":"2026-02-16T23:28:52","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:28:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/coral-hog-fish-bodianus-mesothorax\/"},"modified":"2026-02-16T23:28:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:28:52","slug":"coral-hog-fish-bodianus-mesothorax","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=coral-hog-fish-bodianus-mesothorax","title":{"rendered":"Coral Hog Fish Bodianus Mesothorax"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"65\"><strong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"65\">Coral Hogfish (<em data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"42\">Bodianus mesothorax<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"86\"><strong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"84\">Overview<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"341\">The Coral Hogfish, also known as the Split-Level Hogfish, is a colorful and hardy reef species featuring a distinctive two-tone body\u2014pinkish-red in the front and yellow toward the tail. Active and curious, it adds vibrant movement to any marine aquarium.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"360\"><strong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"358\">Origin<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"533\">Found throughout the Indo-Pacific, including Indonesia, Fiji, and the Great Barrier Reef, the Coral Hogfish inhabits coral reefs and rocky slopes, often at moderate depths.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"553\"><strong data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"551\">Feeding<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"738\">A carnivore that enjoys meaty fare such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and quality marine pellets or frozen foods. Feed small portions two to three times daily.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"761\"><strong data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"759\">Tank Mates<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"968\">Generally peaceful with most semi-aggressive or larger species. Avoid very small crustaceans or timid fish, as it may nip or outcompete them for food. Ideal companions include wrasses, tangs, and angelfish.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"991\"><strong data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"989\">Aggression<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1138\">Moderately territorial, especially toward similar-shaped fish or other hogfish. Provide rockwork and caves for hiding and territory establishment.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1167\"><strong data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1165\">Experience Level<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1280\">Best suited for intermediate aquarists; hardy and adaptable when kept in stable, well-maintained marine systems.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1309\"><strong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1307\">Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1444\">\n<li data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1356\">\n<p data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1356\"><strong data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1328\">Temperature:<\/strong> 75\u00b0F \u2013 82\u00b0F (24\u00b0C \u2013 28\u00b0C)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1391\">\n<p data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1391\"><strong data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1372\">Salinity:<\/strong> 1.020 \u2013 1.025 SG<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1413\">\n<p data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1413\"><strong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1401\">pH:<\/strong> 8.1 \u2013 8.4<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1444\">\n<p data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1444\"><strong data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1431\">Alkalinity:<\/strong> 8 \u2013 12 dKH<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1574\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Maintain high water quality and plenty of swimming space to ensure your Coral Hogfish thrives and displays its vivid coloration.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coral Hogfish (Bodianus mesothorax) Overview The Coral Hogfish, also known as the Split-Level Hogfish, is a colorful and hardy reef species featuring a distinctive two-tone body\u2014pinkish-red in the front and yellow toward the tail. 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