• Ctenochaetus Tangs should be added to aquariums with plenty of swim room and rockwork, caves and crevices for grazing and hiding.

• Tank size should be considered before purchasing as the adult Ctenochaetus Tangs can become quite large.

• Also known as surgeon fish because of the sharp spine at the base of their tail. This "scalpel" is used for protection, handle carefully as it is very sharp.

• Considered reef safe but may pick at small, mobile and sessile invertebrates if not well fed. Provide a varied diet of algae based foods including Spirulina and nori.

• Ctenochaetus Tangs have been known to be aggressive towards similarly shaped Tangs.

• House with other peaceful tank mates that will not nip at fins.

• They can grow to a little over 6".

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We recommend a minimum aquarium size of 70 gallons or larger for this species.

Water conditions: Salinity 1.020 - 1.025, Temp (F) 72 - 78, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Alkalinity 8 - 12 dKH