Diana's Hogfish
Bodianus diana
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 6–80 m
- Max size: 16.9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Adults haunt coral rich seaward reefs down to about 80 metres, and the young have been seen sheltering among the tentacles of mushroom coral. Like other hogfish it picks small invertebrates off the bottom, pairing up to spawn rather than gathering in crowds.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Bodianus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218931.
FAQ
- How deep does the Diana's Hogfish live?
- The Diana's Hogfish (Bodianus diana) is typically found at 6–80 m.
- Is the Diana's Hogfish dangerous to divers?
- The Diana's Hogfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Diana's Hogfish get?
- The Diana's Hogfish grows to about 16.9 cm.