Two Barred Rabbitfish (Siganus doliatus)
Fish in the family Siganidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Two Barred Rabbitfish displays a yellow body with two distinctive dark vertical bars running across the head and body. Like all rabbitfish, it has a large snout, venomous dorsal and anal spines, and a herbivorous dental plate.
Diet and feeding
Feed high-quality marine herbivore flakes, pellets, and dried seaweed (nori) 2–3 times daily. Supplement with fresh macroalgae such as Gracilaria or Ulva. Rabbitfish require substantial vegetable matter but may accept some mysis shrimp or frozen foods.
Difficulty and care for the Two Barred Rabbitfish
Moderate - Requires large tank and plenty of algae. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea and East Africa to the Great Barrier Reef and Micronesia.
Keeper notes
Excellent algae eater. Venomous dorsal spines - handle with care. Peaceful and reef safe with caution.
Log Two Barred Rabbitfish in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Two Barred Rabbitfish alongside everything else in your reef.
