Sailfin Tang

About this fish

The Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma veliferum) is an active tang and algae grazer for a home saltwater aquarium. It helps keep nuisance algae in check and adds strong, reef-like presence thanks to its streamlined, swimming-forward behavior. Practically, it’s best used in tanks with open swimming space and consistent, algae-focused feeding so it can graze throughout the day.

Features:

• Active, fast-moving swimmer that benefits from open swimming room
• Naturally grazes algae, making it a useful addition for algae-eating maintenance
• Feeds best on algae sheets and seaweed, with supplemental frozen and pellet foods
• Can be territorial toward other tangs, so tankmate planning matters
• Generally considered reef safe with corals
• Has a sharp spine near the tail—handle with care during acclimation and tank moves
• Arrives best after slow acclimation to reduce stress and help it settle in quietly

Specifications:

• Scientific name (verified): Zebrasoma veliferum
• Shop product name: Sailfin Tang
• Category: Tangs & Surgeonfish
• Available sizes (as offered): Tiny, Small, Medium, Medium-Large, Large, XLarge
• Care level (general guidance): Moderate (needs space and consistent feeding)
• Temperament: Generally peaceful with other types, but may be territorial toward other tangs
• Diet: Algae sheets and seaweed daily, plus frozen and pellet foods
• Recommended tank setup (general guidance): Long tank with plenty of open swimming room
• Temperature (general marine range): ~72–78°F
• Salinity (general marine reef range): ~1.020–1.025 specific gravity
• pH (general marine reef range): ~8.1–8.4