{"product_id":"blue-tang-paracanthus-hepatus-copy","title":"Blue Tang (Paracanthus hepatus) (Large)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"41\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"39\"\u003eBlue Tang – \u003cem data-start=\"14\" data-end=\"37\"\u003eParacanthurus hepatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"487\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eParacanthurus hepatus\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as the Blue Tang, Regal Tang, or Palette Surgeonfish, is one of the most recognizable and beloved marine species worldwide. Its brilliant sapphire-blue body, jet-black patterning, and vibrant yellow tail make it an instant focal point in any aquarium. Active, social, and highly intelligent, the Blue Tang thrives in large, well-oxygenated systems where it can swim freely and graze throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"500\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific – from East Africa and Japan to Indonesia, the Great Barrier Reef, and Samoa\u003cbr data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"593\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–40 m (6–130 ft)\u003cbr data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"624\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"637\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high (enhances blue coloration and tail contrast)\u003cbr data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong, consistent water movement preferred\u003cbr data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"758\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eTank Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to upper water column; requires ample open swimming areas and secure rockwork\u003cbr data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"862\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80°F (24–27°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"899\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"912\"\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.022–1.026 SG\u003cbr data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"930\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"937\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivorous – grazes on filamentous algae; supplement with nori, spirulina, and enriched herbivore blends\u003cbr data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful to semi-aggressive; may become territorial toward other tangs in smaller systems\u003cbr data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 25 cm (10 inches)\u003cbr data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate – hardy once acclimated but prone to marine ich (Cryptocaryon); requires pristine water and good nutrition\u003cbr data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for peaceful community and reef aquariums; best kept singly or in large systems with compatible species\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reeflections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48646187876609,"sku":null,"price":2200.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/2592\/4245\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_44f6fc40-5a91-4018-8302-6dddbe5b24ee.png?v=1776787685","url":"https:\/\/reeflections.me\/products\/blue-tang-paracanthus-hepatus-copy","provider":"Reeflections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}