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Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma veliferum)

Sailfin Tang

Zebrasoma veliferum

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Grows far larger than the juveniles in shops suggest. Plan for a very large tank from the start.

Adult size
15 in
Smallest tank
180 gal
Keep them in groups of
1+
Temperature
74–82 °F
pH
8–8.4
Food
Herbivore: nori and algae sheets daily
Start a saltwater build to add this

Gets along with

Cerith SnailBlue-leg Hermit CrabNassarius SnailAstrea SnailYellow Clown GobyScarlet Reef Hermit CrabTrochus SnailNeon Goby

Think twice about

Kole Tang — fights other tangsTomini Tang — fights other tangsYellow Tang — fights other tangsPurple Tang — fights other tangsBlue Hippo Tang — fights other tangs

Easy corals it leaves alone

Kenya Tree CoralToadstool LeatherGreen Star PolypsColt CoralDevil’s Hand LeatherFavia Brain Coral

Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.