Blue Tang

Blue Tang

The Pacific Blue Tang (certain females are called Dory) or blue hippo tang, is a member of the surgeonfishes and is one of the most active swimmers of the available tangs. These blue tangs are also one of the most popular fish in the trade due to their movie stardom. Blue tangs are hardy, but do take slow acclimation to new aquariums. These fish are active swimmers and need space and good oxygen flow.

• Scientific Name: Paracanthurus hepatus
• Origin: Fiji, Indonesia, Maldives, Solomon Islands
• Lifespan: 8-20 years
• Max Size: 12 inches
• Food: Live, Frozen and Flake 
• Shipping Size: 1 to 4 inches