Wood's Soldierfish (Holocentrus wood's)
Fish in the family Holocentridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Elongated, oval-shaped body measuring up to 30 cm in length. Dorsal surface is olive-yellow, ventral surface is paler. Distinctive white band on caudal peduncle (base of tail). Prominent black spots on head and along lateral line.
Diet and feeding
Zooplankton, bristle worms, small crustaceans (e.g., mysis shrimp), marine algae in wild and aquarium settings.
Difficulty and care for the Wood's Soldierfish
Moderate - Wood's Soldierfish requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Hole-in-the-Head Disease, Columnaris Disease
Origin and habitat
Holocentrus woodi are naturally found in the Caribbean Sea, particularly along the coasts of Mexico, Belize, Honduras, Cuba, and the Bahamas. They inhabit shallow coral reef environments at depths between 10 to 50 meters.
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