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Suggested Tank
100+ gallons
Max Size
12 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Blue Hippo Tang, also known as the Regal Tang, is a vibrant, deep blue saltwater fish with black markings and a yellow tail. It's a popular choice for home aquariums due to its striking color and unique shape.
Reef Safe?
Yes, it's considered safe for reef environments but may nip at large-polyped stony corals and some soft coral polyps.
Environment
The Blue Hippo Tang thrives in a spacious tank with plenty of hiding spots. It prefers a brightly lit environment with moderate to strong water flow.
Behavior
This species is active and likes to swim around. It's generally peaceful but can be territorial with other tangs.
Owner Reviews
Brittney
@MalEficent
My Regal is different. He won’t eat seaweed/nori. He eats algae off the rocks tho. He thinks he’s the boss in the tank right now but he’s still young and doesn’t have much competition. Always swimming and visible. Presented with ich on week 4 from my LFS but got through it with Kick Ich like a pro. Barely ever had more than a few spots but went on and off for several weeks.
Christian
@Christian27484
Don’t understand why this fish is presented as a beginner one. Fish stores always sell them so tiny, and for a fish as finicky as this one, you want a bigger specimen that is more tolerant to stress and diseases. When kept properly it can be a great algae eater and show fish, but not for beginners.
Blake
@Blake93520
Overall a great fish and one of those must haves because of Finding Nemo, mine likes to hide if you turn on the basement lights so not sure why that is but overall nice addition and gets along well with other fish
Qwarex
@Qwarex
A classic, very cool and unique pattern and color. Can get big, and territorial. Ich magnets.
Brittany
@Brittany24950
Ours was super peaceful towards other fish and would eat out of my hand!
Katie
@LazyK
Beautiful fish, amazing to watch swim in between your rock work and police the tank (but not in an alarming manor) My experience with blue tangs so far is when fast movements happen near the tank weather it be you walking or cleaning the glass they like to dart into a crevice to hide. Be aware that some blue tangs have a habit of just lying on the sand bed looking dead but don’t worry it’s just them resting or trying to “hide” no need for panic!
