Description
The Biota Tank-Bred Yellow Tang is a vibrant, bright yellow surgeonfish known for its hardiness and adaptability. Being captive-bred by Biota Aquaculture, it is more resilient, less stressed, and better suited to aquarium life compared to wild-caught specimens. It is an active grazer and a popular choice for reef aquariums due to its color and utility in algae control.
Native:
Originally from the Central Pacific (Hawaii), but this specimen is captive-bred.
Lighting:
Moderate to high reef lighting.
Placement:
Active mid to upper tank swimmer. Requires open swimming space with live rock for grazing. Minimum tank size: 75–100 gallons (280–380 liters).
Temperature:
24–27°C (75–81°F)
Salinity:
1.023–1.025 SG
pH:
8.1–8.4
Alkalinity:
8–12 dKH
Diet:
Herbivore. Feed marine algae (nori), seaweed sheets, spirulina, and herbivore pellets. Will also accept frozen foods like mysis shrimp.
Adult Size:
Up to 20 cm (8 inches)
Care Level:
Easy to Moderate
Compatibility:
Peaceful and reef-safe. Compatible with most reef fish including clownfish, wrasses, gobies, and other tangs (in larger tanks). May show mild aggression toward similar-shaped tangs.
