{"title":"Tangs \u0026 Surgeons","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover our premium collection of \u003cstrong data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"463\"\u003eTangs \u0026amp; Surgeonfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, among the most sought-after marine fish in the reef aquarium hobby. Famous for their brilliant colors, active swimming behavior, and exceptional algae-grazing abilities, Tangs are ideal centerpiece fish for medium to large marine aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blue-tang","title":"Blue Tang","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew to the hobby?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlue Tangs are best cared for in aquariums at least 6 feet in length by experienced marine (saltwater) aquarists. If you're a beginner, we recommend a similar-looking fish such as the Marine (Saltwater) Yellowtail Damselfish or Freshwater Boesemani Rainbow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blue Tang boasts a vibrant electric blue body dressed with bold black markings. In fact, the black that begins at the eyes, traces the dorsal line down to the tail, and circles back above the pectoral fin to create a unique shape reminiscent of a painter's palette. This marking is why the Blue Tang is also known as the Palette Surgeonfish. It is also called the Pacific Blue Tang, and Hepatus or Regal Tang. Regardless of common name, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eParacanthurus hepatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is equal parts beauty and peacefulness that suits almost any large community marine aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to reefs across the Indo-Pacific, the Blue Tang relishes a good hiding location amongst live rock. However, this active fish also loves to swim. Therefore, ample room to roam around your aquarium is essential for optimum health. Though peaceful towards most tankmates, the Pacific Blue will become aggressive towards other fish of its own species. To keep multiple specimens, introduce the entire lot at once into a larger marine system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Tangs will eat meaty foods along with the other fish in the aquarium, it is important that they are offered plenty of marine based seaweed and algae. This will strengthen the Blue Tang's immune system, reduce aggression and improve their overall health. Offer dried seaweed tied to a rock or use a veggie clip, and feed at least three times per week. Sea Veggies, Seaweed Salad and Ocean Nutrition are all ideal products and are very easy to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper care of the Blue Tang requires a slightly higher degree of dedication and attention as it is more susceptible to lateral line disease, fin erosion, Ich and other skin parasites than many other fish. Ensure highest water quality and a varied diet, rich in nutritious marine-base vegetables to keep your Blue Tang in optimal health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53647660777786,"sku":"F-TNG-001","price":60.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/lg_73746_Blue_Tang_764d23ea-d7f3-4723-a3d5-088d7e5b9c6b.webp?v=1782421326"},{"product_id":"scopas-tang","title":"Scopas Tang","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Scopas Tang, also known as the Brown Scopas Tang is yellow, dorsally, and brown, ventrally. These colors gradually get darker from front to back. The body is covered with fine, intricate, light blue markings. The tail is a solid brown color. Juveniles are a little more attractive, with larger dorsal and anal fins and a slightly purplish body color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 125 gallon or larger aquarium is necessary to provide plenty of swimming room. It is aggressive towards its own species or tangs in general, and best kept with only one per tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Tangs will eat meaty foods along with the other fish in the aquarium, it is important that they are offered plenty of marine based seaweed and algae. This will strengthen their immune system, reduce aggression and improve their overall health. Offer dried seaweed tied to a rock or use a veggie clip, and feed at least 3 times per week. Sea Veggies, Seaweed Salad and Ocean Nutrition are all ideal products and are very easy to use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53647664480570,"sku":"F-TNG-002","price":25.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/lg73785ScopasTang.webp?v=1782550840"},{"product_id":"sailfin-tang","title":"Sailfin Tang","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sailfin Tang, also known as Pacific Sailfin Tang, has an oval body shape with several rich, distinctive bold markings. It is brown in color with light freckles on the nose. The body has five, vertical yellow stripes with intricate markings within each stripe. Its tail begins with bright yellow ending with blue highlights. Its appearance can practically double in size at will by raising or lowering its tall dorsal and anal fins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 180 gallon or larger aquarium is necessary to provide plenty of swimming room. It is aggressive towards its own species and conspecifics at times, but peaceful towards other fish in the tank. Introduce like species at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Tangs will eat meaty foods along with the other fish in the aquarium, it is important that they are offered plenty of marine based seaweed and algae. This will strengthen their immune system, reduce aggression and improve their overall health. Offer dried seaweed tied to a rock or use a veggie clip, and feed at least 3 times per week. Sea Veggies, Seaweed Salad and Ocean Nutrition are all ideal products and are very easy to use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53647666512186,"sku":"F-TNG-003","price":30.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/lg_24039_Sailfin_Tang.webp?v=1782550627"},{"product_id":"mimic_lemon_peel_tang_adult","title":"Mimic Lemon Peel Tang Adult","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mimic Lemon Peel Tang, also known as the Mimic Surgeon, or Chocolate Surgeonfish, has an oval, yellow body while a juvenile. It has blue highlights around the eyes and gill covers, mimicking the Lemonpeel Angelfish (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCentropyge flavissimus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e). (Many of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAcanthurus sp.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mimic angelfish.) When mature, the body color darkens towards tan with red highlights forming around the eyes and pectoral fins. The dorsal, anal, and caudal fins take on the hues of green but remain tipped with the tan body color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 130 gallon or larger aquarium with large amounts of live rock is necessary to provide both plenty of swimming room, and territories within the live rock. It is aggressive towards other Tangs and Surgeonfish, but is peaceful with other fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Tangs will eat meaty foods along with the other fish in the aquarium, it is important that they are offered plenty of marine based seaweed and algae. This will strengthen their immune system, reduce aggression and improve their overall health. Offer dried seaweed tied to a rock or use a veggie clip, and feed at least 3 times per week. Sea Veggies, Seaweed Salad and Ocean Nutrition are all ideal products and are very easy to use. These are great fish for controlling algae in the saltwater fish or reef aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53647679127866,"sku":"F-TNG-004","price":30.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/lg_24033_Mimic_Lemon_Peel_Tang.webp?v=1782549749"},{"product_id":"bristletooth-tomini-tang","title":"Bristletooth Tomini Tang","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Bristletooth Tomini Tang, also known as the Tomini Surgeonfish is tan combined with yellow, blue, and white highlights as a juvenile. When mature, the body color solidifies, the tail becomes blue, and the dorsal and anal fins are tipped with a golden-yellow hue. The area above the eyes has small golden flecks while sporting a golden half circle beneath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 70 gallon or larger aquarium is necessary to provide plenty of swimming room. It is aggressive towards other Tangs, but peaceful with other fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Tangs will eat meaty foods along with the other fish in the aquarium, it is important that they are offered plenty of marine based seaweed and algae. This will strengthen their immune system, reduce aggression and improve their overall health. Offer dried seaweed tied to a rock or use a veggie clip, and feed at least 3 times per week. 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Thomson, Thompson's Surgeonfish (Fowler 1923), is a plankton-eating tang with a uniformly dark brownish-purple body and pale yellow accents highlighting its fins and tail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen planning your aquarium, keep in mind that in the wild, Thompson's Surgeonfish are found schooling in steep outer reef slopes and drop-offs over coral and sand. They prefer feeding on large gelatinous zooplankton, fish eggs, and crustaceans. Provide plenty of water movement and aeration to best replicate their natural habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Tangs will eat meaty foods along with the other fish in the aquarium, it is important that they are offered plenty of marine based seaweed and algae. This will strengthen their immune system, reduce aggression and improve their overall health. Offer dried seaweed tied to a rock or use a veggie clip, and feed at least 3 times per week. 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