Lieutentant Tang

Name: Lieutentant Tang
Brand: Petco Marine Fish
SKU: 3894548
Price: 117.37 USD
Availability: InStock

Petco Marine Fish

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Description

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Tangs are commonly referred to as surgeon fish due to having a sharp spine that looks like a "scalpel" at the base of their caudal (tail) fin that is used for protection, so use caution when handling. Adults tend to live alone in the wild, so they should not be kept with fish that look similar, like other tangs, though they should be peaceful towards most other tank mates. Adult Lieutenant Tangs are found inhabiting lagoons and seaward reefs of the Indian Ocean. They will grow to be about 10" in size and have a tan body with darker outlining and vibrant blue colorations. Full grown adults of this tang will need around 180 gallons; however, you can get away with smaller aquariums when they are juveniles.

- Add to an aquarium with ample swimming room and rockwork for grazing/hiding
- For continued health, provide a varied diet of marine meaty foods and algae-based foods
- Algae will help strengthen immune system
- Should be the only tang within the aquarium
- Reef safe: typically, will not disturb mobile and sessile invertebrates
- Approximate selling size: medium 2.75"-3.75"

Specifications

SKU	3894548
Primary Brand	Petco Marine Fish
Days to Ship	Ships Next Business Day

Live Animal

Max water Temp	78 F
Water Parameters-SG Max	1.025
Pet Max Length	10 IN
Water Parameters-DKH Min	8
Special Diet	Omnivore
Water Parameters-PH Min	8.1
Temperament	Semi-Aggressive
Care Level	Moderate
Water Parameters-SG Min	1.02
Water Parameters-DKH Max	12
Water Parameters-PH Max	8.4
Min Water Temp	72 F
Environment	Marine
Native To	Indian Ocean

Additional Features

Personalized Item flag	No

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ACCLIMATION: Allow the sealed bag with your new fish to float in your aquarium for at least 15 minutes (but no longer than one hour) to ensure the water in the bag matches the temperature in your aquarium. For new aquariums, adding new fish slowly helps to properly develop the nitrogen cycle, which creates a safe environment for your aquatic pets. A bacteria booster may also help develop a new aquarium for your new fish. Petco offers free water testing in store to determine if your water is safe. DIET: A well-balanced diet consists of a variety of flakes, pellets, freeze-dried, and frozen food, depending on the species. FEEDING: Feed sparingly and no more than fish can eat in 1-2 minutes. Overfeeding can quickly foul the water, especially in smaller, unfiltered aquariums.

Cautionary note, all triggers have sharp teeth and may bite when they feel threatened, use caution when working in the aquarium.