Tang – Hippo

Hippo Tang Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  100 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 30cm (1′)

Diet: Herbivore

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 20 years

Scientific Name: Paracanthurus Hepatus

Other Common Names: Blue Tang, Regal Tang, Dory Tang,

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size:  1.5 – 2.5 inches

The hippo tang, scientific name Paracanthurus Hepatus is a semi-aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 100 gallons. They can grow up to 1’ and can live up to 20 years. Hippo tangs are herbivores they should be fed a diverse diet of algae including pellets and nori sheets. Hippo tangs can live alone, in pairs or in groups as long as there is adequate space. Hippo tangs can be kept with other tangs as well. Hippo tangs are reef safe, they will not bother coral or invertebrates. During the day the tang will be seen swimming through the tank grazing algae and at night they will sleep in the rocks.