Sailfin Tang

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Latin Name: Zebrasoma veliferum
Common Names: Sailfin Tang, Pacific Sailfin Tang, Sailfin Surgeonfish
Adult Size: 15"
Min. Tank Size: 65 gallons (WILL NEED TO UPGRADE AS IT GROWS)
UV Required: Yes
Protein Skimmer: Recommended                                                                                            Reef Safe: Yes
Food: Vitamin C soaked ABN Chromo Pellets, ABN Marine Flakes, ABN Trifecta, Mysis, Bloodworms, Brine, Seaweed, Spirulina Brine, San Francisco Bay Brand: Emerald Entree, San Francisco Bay Brand: Multipack, San Francisco Bay Brand: Seaweed Extreme, LRS: Herbivore Frenzy, LRS: Reef Frenzy

Description: This is a hardy, reef-safe fish that’s an excellent choice for the beginner aquarist who’s looking to add a splash of color to their tank. Sailfin tangs acclimate well to an aquarium 65 gallons or larger. Tangs are good algae grazers in any saltwater aquaria; they belong to the ‘surgeonfish’ family, named for the scalpel-like feature on their tail (be careful handling this fish). Use an algae clip or suction cup veggie foods to front glass to enjoy this fish feeding!