Tang – Mustard

Mustard Tang Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  100 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 30cm (1′)

Diet: Herbivore

Temperament: Semi-Aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 30  years

Scientific Name: Acanthurus Guttatus

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size:  2 inches

The mustard tang, scientific name Acanthurus Guttatus is a semi-aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 100 gallons. They can grow up to 1’  and can live up to 30 years. Mustard tangs will never grow to full size in captivity. Mustard tangs are herbivores, they should be fed a diverse diet of algae including pellets and nori sheets. Mustard tangs can live alone, in pairs or in groups as long as there is adequate space. Mustard tangs can be kept with other tangs as well. Mustard 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.