Tang – Tomini

Tomini Tang Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  80 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 15cm (6″)

Diet: Herbivore (Needs to be supplemented with algae regularly)

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 6 years

Scientific Name: Ctenochaetus Tominiensis

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size:  Small: 1 -2 inches Medium: 2.5-3.5 inches Large: 4 – 5 inches

The tomini tang, scientific name Ctenochaetus Tominiensis is a semi-aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 80 gallons. They can grow up to 6” and can live up to 6 years. Tomini tangs are herbivores they should be fed a diverse diet of algae including pellets and nori sheets. Tomini tangs can live alone, in pairs or in groups as long as there is adequate space. Tomini tangs can be kept with other tangs as well. Tomini 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.