Lyretail Hogfish (Labrus lyretail)
Fish in the family Labridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Elongated, slender body; silver-white upper half, olive lower half; distinct black bar along midsection; forked caudal fin with conspicuous black edge and a white band near tail.
Diet and feeding
Marine algae, copepods, small crustaceans, mysis shrimp, fish flesh
Difficulty and care for the Lyretail Hogfish
Moderate - Lyretail Hogfish requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
Common health issues
Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Columnaris Disease
Origin and habitat
The Labrus lyretail is naturally found in the Mediterranean Sea and along the Atlantic coasts of Europe and North Africa, primarily at depths between 10-30 meters.
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