Description
Aquarium Requirements:
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Tank Size: 125+ gallons (475+ liters)
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Water Parameters:
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Temperature: 74–82°F (23–28°C)
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pH: 8.1–8.4
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Salinity: 1.020–1.025
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Water Flow: Moderate to strong
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Size & Lifespan:
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Adult Size: Up to 12 inches (30 cm)
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Lifespan: 10–15 years with proper care
Behavior & Tank Mates:
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Semi-aggressive, especially toward other tangs or similar-shaped fish
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Generally peaceful in a community tank with non-aggressive species
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Compatible with:
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Clownfish, gobies, wrasses, angelfish, butterflyfish
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Other tangs only in very large tanks and with caution
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Reef-safe – does not bother corals
Diet & Feeding:
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Primarily herbivorous, grazes constantly
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Feed multiple times daily:
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Nori (seaweed) on a veggie clip
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Spirulina flakes or pellets
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Frozen herbivore blends
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Occasional meaty foods like mysis shrimp (not essential)
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Additional Care Notes:
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Excellent algae eater – great for controlling nuisance algae
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Prone to marine ich and HLLE (head and lateral line erosion) if stressed or underfed
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Needs plenty of swimming space and live rock for grazing
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Hardy and adaptable, making it a good choice for aquarists building their first large reef tank
