Vlamingii Tang (Naso vlamingii)

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Vlamingii Tang

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Vlamingii Tang

Naso vlamingii

1514 Litres (400 US G.)

50.8-61cm (20-24 ")

pH

8.0 - 8.5

22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)

8-12 °d

1:1 M:F

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)

5-10 years

Family

Acanthuridae





Additional names

Vlamingii Tang, Bignose Unicornfish

Additional scientific names

Naseus vlamingii


Identification[edit]

This fish can change colour at an astonishing rate. Mature fish will mostly appear very dark blue/black when swimming, but when it approaches a cleaning station will become a baby blue with visible bars and spots.

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