Moorish Idol
Latin Name: Zanclus cornutus
Common Name: Moorish Idol
Category: Tangs
Difficulty: Expert
Personality: Peaceful
Adult Full Size: 7"
Min. Tank Size: 90g
Safe for Reef Tanks: Yes
UV Required: Yes
Skimmer Required: Yes
Foods: Seaweed Extreme Pellets, ABN Spirulina Brine, Seaweed, Mysis
The Moorish Idol is a beaitful, but delicate, fish that is widely distributed throughout the Indo Pacific. They are recognizable from their iconic white, black, and yellow striping. The Moorish Idol is the sole member of the family Zanclidae, which is closely related to tangs. This fish needs a large tank with protein skimmer and UV sterilizer. Tank mates should be peaceful. Feed this fish a highly varied diet and soak pellets with Vitamin C.
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