Yellowfin Tang (Acanthurus xanthopterus)
Yellowfin Tang
Acanthurus xanthopterus
1325 Litres (350 US G.)
45.7-50.8cm (18-20 ")
8.1 - 8.4
22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
5-8 years
Family
Acanthuridae
Contents
Additional names
- Yellowfin Tang, Yellow-Mask Surgeonfish
Additional scientific names
- Acanthurus xanthopterus
Origin
Indian ocean, Africa, Australia, Japan, Indonesia, East Pacific, Central/West Pacific
Sexing
Sexing is very difficult.
Tank compatibility
Semi-aggressive.Reef-safe. Can not be housed with other fish of the same genus or similar tangs. Territorial. Juveniles can be kept in groups. Will not usually harm corals or invertebrates.
Diet
Detritus, diatoms, algae, seaweed.
Feeding regime
2-3 times daily.
Environment specifics
Provide caves in which to hide. Sandy substrate is preferred.
Behaviour
Durinal.
Identification
Greyish-purple to brown. Blue and yellow lines are visible on dorsal and anal fins. Pectoral fins are yellow
Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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