The Twospot hogfish (Bodianus bimaculatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Twospot hogfish is a wrasse, a hogfish (Labridae), from reef water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species has an elongate, yellow with two black spots 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 Twospot hogfish?
The Twospot hogfish has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly yellow-gold.
Where does the Twospot hogfish live?
The Twospot hogfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Twospot hogfish get?
The Twospot hogfish grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Twospot hogfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Twospot hogfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Twospot hogfish edible?
Yes, the Twospot hogfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Bodianus
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