Diana's Hogfish

Scientific Name: Bodianus diana
Family: Labridae
Origin: Indo-Pacific Ocean
Care Difficulty: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Diet: Carnivore
Minimum Tank Size: 350 liters
Maximum Size: 18–22 cm
Temperature: 24–27°C
Salinity: 1.023–1.025 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Reef Compatibility: With caution

Diana's Hogfish is a flamboyant wrasse species, attracting attention with its bright red and white striped patterns in young individuals, transitioning to a more reddish and uniform color in adulthood. Thanks to its active and powerful swimming, it is constantly on the move within the aquarium.

In its natural habitat, it lives in rocky areas and among corals in reef regions. It is an active predator, feeding on small crustaceans, worms, and other invertebrates.

Points to Consider

• May prey on small shrimp and ornamental invertebrates
• Requires extensive rockwork and hiding places
• May be dominant towards smaller fish
  
• Requires a protein-rich diet