Nigricauda Tang

Please read our LIVESTOCK SHIPPING POLICY carefully before placing your order. Latin Name: Acanthurus nigricaudaCommon Name: White-tail Surgeonfish, Epaulette Tang, Black-Barred Surgeonfish, Eye-Line Surgeonfish, Shoulderbar SurgeonfishCategory: TangsDifficulty: Intermediate Temperament: Semi-Aggressive Adult Full Size: 18"Minimum Tank Size: 90 gallons (WILL NEED TO UPGRADE AS IT GROWS)Safe for Reef Tanks: YesUV Required: YesSkimmer Required: YesFoods: Vitamin C soaked ABN Chromo Pellets, ABN Spirulina-Kelp Flakes, Seaweed, Brine, Mysis, Bloodworm, LRS: Herbivore Frenzy, LRS: Reef Frenzy, San Francisco Bay Brand: Emerald Entree Description: The Nigricauda Tang is distinguished by its dark gray coloration and a horizontal black band behind its eyes. It also has blue highlights on the caudal, dorsal, and anal fin. This fish originates from the Indo-Pacific and would be an awesome addition to larger reef, fish only, or FOWLR aquaria. Do not mix with other similar Acanthurus species (ex: Orange Shoulder Tang). Protein skimmer and UV sterilization is highly recommended. Make sure to provide plenty of seaweed along with protein-rich fatty foods. This fish will also appreciate plenty of rockwork.