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Two Barred Rabbitfish (Siganus doliatus)

Also known as the Barhead or Scribbled Rabbitfish, Siganus doliatus is a peaceful, algae-grazing species with a silvery-blue body covered in intricate maze-like lines and two distinct vertical black bars across the eye and nape. Ideal for reef or fish-only systems, this rabbitfish is both attractive and highly functional, providing natural algae control with minimal aggression. Its calm disposition and hardiness make it a reliable option for community tanks and reef-safe herbivores.

Husbandry Tips:

• Tank Size: 100+ gallons with ample swimming room and live rock for grazing

• Diet: Primarily herbivorous; offer marine algae, nori, spirulina-based pellets, and veggie-enriched frozen blends

• Temperament: Peaceful; can be shy at first but becomes more outgoing in established systems

• Reef Compatibility: Reef-safe with caution — generally safe with corals but may nip soft corals if underfed

• Behavior: Constant grazer; usually schools when kept in small groups

• Special Notes: Venomous dorsal spines — handle with care during transport or tank maintenance

Retail Appeal:

• Excellent natural algae control, ideal for reef tanks

• Beautiful pattern and unique facial bars stand out in displays

• Peaceful and community-safe, suitable for mixed-species systems

• Hardy and disease-resistant, acclimates well and feeds readily

• Educational talking point with venomous spines and mimicry behavior in the wild