The Black Streak Tang / Epaulette Surgeonfish (Acanthurus nigricauda) features a subdued body coloration with a distinct black streak near the base of the tail, resembling an “epaulette.” It is less colorful than other tangs but plays an important ecological role by grazing detritus and algae. Best kept in large aquaria with plenty of swimming space and rockwork for grazing.
- Temperature - 24-28c
- pH Level - 8.1-8.4
- Care Level - Advanced
- Max Size - 40cm
- Min Tank Size - 600
- Life Span - 5-10 Years
- Breeding Type - Egg Scatter
- Breeding Level - Expert
- Diet - Omnivore
- Plant Safe? -
- Water Hardness - 8-12 dKH
Shipping Live Fish We ship Tue, Wed. ti avoid fish getting stuck over a weekend in the depot. all fish are double bagged, put in a polystyrene box with a heat pack.
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we do not ship fish to rural address.
Packing All fish are shipped double bagged with a heat pack and support packing material inside a poly box with a security seal, if that seal is broken please get photos of it before you sign for it and make sure you alert the driver to the fact it has been tampered with.
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