Yellow Tang (Captive Bred) - Zebrasoma flavescens

Yellow Tang (Captive Bred) - Zebrasoma flavescens

Product Description:

Add the stunning Captive Bred Yellow Tang (Zebrasoma flavescens) to your marine aquarium for a vibrant pop of color and a touch of elegance. Known for its striking yellow hue and active swimming behavior, the Yellow Tang is a favorite among marine aquarists. Captive breeding ensures these tangs are healthier, more adaptable to aquarium life, and support sustainable marine practices.

Key Features:

1. Brilliant Yellow Coloration: The Yellow Tang is famous for its bright yellow body, which adds a splash of vibrant color to any marine aquarium. This eye-catching fish is sure to be a standout in your tank.

2. Captive Bred: Being captive bred, these Yellow Tangs are more accustomed to aquarium conditions, making them hardier and more likely to thrive. Captive breeding also helps reduce the impact on wild populations, promoting sustainability.

3. Active Swimmer: Yellow Tangs are active swimmers and enjoy plenty of open space to swim around. Their energetic behavior adds movement and liveliness to the aquarium.

Care Instructions:

• Tank Size: A minimum tank size of 75 gallons is recommended due to their active nature and need for ample swimming space.

• Reef Safe: Yes, the Yellow Tang is reef-safe and will not harm corals or most invertebrates, making it an ideal addition to reef tanks.

• Difficulty: Moderate. Suitable for aquarists with some experience in maintaining marine aquariums.

• Maximum Size: The Yellow Tang can grow up to 8 inches (20 cm) in length.

Aquarium Setup:

• Substrate: The type of substrate is not critical for Yellow Tangs, but a sandy substrate is often preferred for a natural look.

• Aquascape: Provide plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding. Ensure there is ample open swimming space.

• Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 72-78°F (22-26°C)
  • Salinity: 1.020-1.025 specific gravity
  • pH: 8.1-8.4
  • Ammonia and Nitrite: 0 ppm
  • Nitrate: <20 ppm

• Feeding: The Yellow Tang is herbivorous and thrives on a diet rich in marine algae and seaweed. Offer a variety of foods, including dried seaweed (nori) attached to a clip, and supplement with high-quality marine flake and pellet foods. Occasional meaty foods like brine shrimp or mysis shrimp can also be offered.