Tang – Lavender

Lavender Tang Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  100 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 20cm (8″)

Diet: Herbivore

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 0 years

Scientific Name: Acanthurus Nigrofuscus

Other Common Names: Spot-Cheeked Tang

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size:  Small: 2-3 inches Medium: 3-4 inches

The lavender tang, scientific name Acanthurus Nigrofuscus is a semi-aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 100 gallons. They can grow up to 8” and can live up to 30 years. Lavender tangs are herbivores they should be fed a diverse diet of algae including pellets and nori sheets. Lavender tangs can live alone, in pairs or in groups as long as there is adequate space. Lavender tangs can be kept with other tangs as well. Lavender 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 close to the rocks.