Regal Tang : Medium Paracanthus hepatus
A popular fish amongst aquarists, it can be a challenge to keep. Its prone to contracting ich and other skin parasites and is very susceptible to lateral line and fin erosion. Its shy at first and should be provided with branching corals or other suitable shelter sitees. It is not an overly aggressive fish and will usually not bother fish tankmates, with the possible exception of lose relatives. Juveniles can be kept in groups, but adults will quarrel unless given sufficient space.
Feed meaty foods including finely chopped fresh or frozen shrimp, mysid shrimp and vitamin-enriched brine shrimp. It will also eat frozen preparations for herbivores.
Size: to 12.2 inches
Area of Collection: Indo-Pacific
Reef Suitability: Fair
** please note these regal tangs are only 1" long and are not suitable for large tanks with high flow.
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