Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma veliferum)
Fish in the family Acanthuridae. Hard care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Yellow body with vertical blue stripes on the sides and a distinctive large, sail-like dorsal fin edged in blue. The anal fin is similarly enlarged and striped, with a blue margin.
Diet and feeding
Primarily herbivorous; feed a varied diet of marine macroalgae, nori, and high-quality herbivore pellets. Supplement with occasional meaty foods like mysis shrimp. The species requires substantial vegetable matter to thrive in captivity.
Difficulty and care for the Sailfin Tang
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Velvet Disease, Columnaris Disease
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from Indonesia to Hawaii, including the Great Barrier Reef.
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