Tangs & Surgeonfish
Chocolate Tang
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- Packed to order with heat or cold packs for the season
- Eating and settled in our systems before it ships
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About this fish
About this fish
Chocolate Tang is a saltwater tang for the home aquarium. When stocked as listed, its scientific name is Acanthurus pyroferus. As an active, algae-grazing surgeonfish, it’s a practical choice for reef-style setups where you can provide frequent grazing and open swimming space—especially if you plan tank layout and feeding around its high activity level.
Features:
- Active swimmer that benefits from lots of open swimming room
- Grazes algae and can help add movement and bold presence to a reef-focused display
- Best fed regularly with algae sheets and seaweed, supplemented with frozen and pellet foods
- Has a sharp spine near the tail; handle and net with care during acclimation
- Can be territorial toward other tangs, so plan tankmates and introduce with caution
- Most are reef safe with corals, making it compatible with many coral displays
Specifications:
- Shop name: Chocolate Tang
- Scientific name: Acanthurus pyroferus
- Category: Tangs & Surgeonfish
- Sizes offered: Small, Medium, Medium-Large, Large, XLarge, XXLarge
- Diet (typical feeding): Algae sheets and seaweed (daily), plus frozen and pellet foods
- Temperament note: May be territorial toward other tangs
