Sailfin Tang

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Latin Name: Zebrasoma veliferum
Common Name(s): Sailfin Tang, Pacific Sailfin Tang, Sailfin Surgeonfish
Difficulty: Intermediate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Adult Full Size: 15"
Minimum Tank Size: 65 gallons (WILL NEED TO UPGRADE AS IT GROWS)
Reef Safe: Yes
UV Required: Yes
Protein Skimmer Required: Recommended
Foods: Vitamin C soaked ABN Chromo Pellets, Marine Flakes, Trifecta, Mysis, Bloodworms, Brine, Seaweed, Spirulina Brine, Emerald Entrée, Multipack, Seaweed Extreme, Herbivore Frenzy, 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!