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About Gem Tang
A small, deep-water tang with a vibrant yellow body and distinctive blue/purple striping on the face and gill plates. The body is laterally compressed with a small, deep-dwelling profile typical of abyssal tangs.
Key facts
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe
- Appearance
- A small, deep-water tang with a vibrant yellow body and distinctive blue/purple striping on the face and gill plates. The body is laterally compressed with a small, deep-dwelling profile typical of abyssal tangs.
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Family
- Acanthuridae
- Max Size
- 5
- Min tank size
- 100 gallons
- Care Level
- Expert
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific, primarily found in deep reefs of Indonesia, Philippines, and surrounding regions at depths of 80–200 meters.
- Aka
- Spotted Tang
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