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Suggested Tank
180+ gallons
Max Size
16 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A large, deep-bodied surgeonfish with towering sail-like dorsal and anal fins and an intricate pattern of dark and pale vertical bars broken by yellow, white and blue spotting, with a spotted face and yellow-flecked tail. Grazes reef algae constantly and is generally reef safe, leaving corals and ornamental invertebrates alone, but it is territorial toward other tangs, especially other Zebrasoma, and should be the only sailfin in the system unless the tank is very large. Needs a long tank with wide open swimming lanes plus rockwork for grazing and refuge, stable water quality with strong flow, and daily vegetable matter; a tight-fitting lid is advised and this species is prone to ich when stressed, so quarantine before adding.
Reef Safe
Yes
Environment
The Desjardnini Tang prefers a large tank with plenty of swimming space. It also needs plenty of hiding spots and live rock for grazing. A well-lit tank is also important, as it encourages the growth of the algae they feed on.
Behavior
This fish is known for its active and playful behavior. It spends most of its day swimming around, exploring its surroundings, and grazing on algae. It can be territorial with other tangs but generally gets along well with other types of fish.
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Owner Reviews
Billy
@billy
Currently my favorite fish in my tank. He’s a little over 2 years old and probably 7in+. Has a ton of personality and will follow me around the tank. Seems like the smartest fish in my tank. Desjardini also have such beautiful patterns when you look at them close. Dots on the face and stripes on the side. This fish can also change color from super dark black to a blueish white color.
Kbdb
@Kbdb537
Johnny Dinh
@AcroPoor
Very standard and easy to keep fish, mine suckers down on bubble algae and solved my bubble algae outbreak in my tank! Definitely endorse as a maintenance fish for your fish tank, also eats hair algae and I’ve seen it eat bryopsis
Jared
@Babado
Love the stripes and colors of this fish. Always a talking point of the tank.
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Desjardini Tang
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