Diana's Hogfish (Labrus diana's)
Fish in the family Labridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Labrus diana possesses an elongated, slender body. It is primarily red-orange in color with a distinct black stripe extending from its eye to the base of the tail. Notably, it features a yellow stripe along the lateral line and a white band near the caudal fin.
Diet and feeding
Marine algae, copepods, small crustaceans, and fish larvae (wild and aquarium)
Difficulty and care for the Diana's Hogfish
Moderate - Diana's Hogfish requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Fungal Diseases
Origin and habitat
Labrus diana is naturally found in the Mediterranean Sea, specifically along the coasts of Spain, France, Italy, Croatia, and Greece. This fish typically inhabits coastal waters at depths ranging from 5 to 40 meters.
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