{"product_id":"neopercularis-hogfish","title":"Neopercularis Hogfish","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"664\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"144\"\u003eNeopercularis Hogfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eBodianus neopercularis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"196\"\u003esemi-aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e species that is \u003cstrong data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"239\"\u003ereef-safe with caution\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"319\"\u003estriking coloration, bold patterns, and active personality\u003c\/strong\u003e. Males typically display \u003cstrong data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"404\"\u003ebrighter, more intense coloration with larger body size\u003c\/strong\u003e, while females and juveniles are often \u003cstrong data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"550\"\u003esmaller and show more subdued hues, sometimes with distinct juvenile patterns that fade as they mature\u003c\/strong\u003e. They reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"599\"\u003e10–12 inches in adult size\u003c\/strong\u003e and should be housed in aquariums of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"661\"\u003e120 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eProvide \u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eplenty of live rock for hiding spots and foraging, an open sandbed, and ample swimming space\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with stable water parameters (salinity ~1.020–1.025, temp ~72–79°F, pH ~8.1–8.4). A \u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"876\"\u003esecure lid\u003c\/strong\u003e is essential, as this species may jump when startled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eDiet should consist of a \u003cstrong data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003evaried carnivorous menu including mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, krill, chopped seafood, copepods, and high-quality marine pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e. Occasional feedings of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003ealgae-based foods\u003c\/strong\u003e can help balance nutrition. With proper care, this fish makes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003estriking and hardy addition to a large marine aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational Aquatics Quarantine \u0026amp; Guarantee: All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. On request, we also send photos\/videos after arrival at IA. Some species are import-to-order (3-10 business days). Many common species are already cleared or near the end of QT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral species will be import-to-order and may take anywhere from 3-10 business days to secure. Once your fish is secured, you will be notified, and the quarantine process will then begin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"International Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57474613313839,"sku":null,"price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/3532\/6511\/files\/Screenshot2026-05-27at1.43.25AM.png?v=1779860617","url":"https:\/\/internationalaquatics.com\/products\/neopercularis-hogfish","provider":"International Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}