Chevron Tang (Ctenochaetus hawaiiensis)

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Chevron Tang

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Juvenile Chevron Tang

Ctenochaetus hawaiiensis

284 Litres (75 US G.)

22.9-30.5cm (9-12 ")

pH

8.1 - 8.4

25 -27 °C (77-80.6°F)

8-12 °d

1:1 M:F

Omnivore
Live Foods
Other (See article)

8-12 years

Family

Acanthuridae






Sexing

There are no external differences between the male and female Chevron Tang. Not known to be bred in captivity.


Tank compatibility

May squabble with other Tangs and Dwarf Angelfish. Generally peaceful towards other tank mates.


Diet

The Chevron Tang will graze on algae and should be supplemented with vegetables such as blanched lettuce and nori, as well as some other foods such as brine shrimp and mysis shrimp.


Feeding regime

Feed once or twice a day.


Environment specifics

When young this fish is usually reef-safe, when they are older however, they may damage SPS corals while feeding. The Chevron Tang is an active fish that does best with lots of lateral swimming space.


Behaviour

An active Tang that can be sensitive to its environment and difficult to feed.


Identification

Juveniles have an orange base colour with a chevron pattern of purple-blue markings. Adults have a very fine pattern of dark-green stripes, giving the fish a dark brown appearance from a distance.

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