{"product_id":"orange-shoulder-tang-acanthurus-olivaceus-juvenile","title":"Orange Shoulder Tang (Acanthurus olivaceus) - Juvenile","description":"\u003cp\u003eAcanthurus olivaceus, commonly known as the Orange Shoulder Tang, is a large and visually distinctive surgeonfish known for its dramatic color transformation as it matures. Juveniles display a bright yellow body, while adults develop a more subdued grey to olive coloration with a striking orange patch on the shoulder, creating a bold contrast and a unique visual progression within reef aquariums. Its size, presence, and constant grazing behavior make it a strong feature fish in larger systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the Indo-Pacific, the Orange Shoulder Tang thrives in spacious aquariums with abundant rockwork and open swimming areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLighting: Moderate to high; adapts well to standard reef lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlow: Moderate to high; prefers strong, well-oxygenated water movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlacement: Active swimmer occupying mid to upper levels with access to open space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature: 75–80°F (24–27°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalinity: 1.0265 SG (35 PPT)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH: 8.1–8.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlkalinity: 8–10 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet: Herbivorous; requires a diet rich in marine algae, nori, and high-quality herbivore preparations, supplemented with frozen foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAggression: Semi-aggressive; may show territorial behavior toward other tangs, especially similar species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult Size: Up to 35 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Level: Intermediate – hardy but requires ample space and stable water conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatibility: Reef-safe; generally compatible with most reef inhabitants but best housed in larger aquariums with careful stocking of other tang species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reeflections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49824678150401,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/2592\/4245\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_500329b0-43f2-4ea7-ad2a-f517549de791.png?v=1783978108","url":"https:\/\/reeflections.me\/products\/orange-shoulder-tang-acanthurus-olivaceus-juvenile","provider":"Reeflections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}