Sailfin Desjardinii
Zebrasoma desjardinii
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Suggested Tank
125+ gallons
Max Size
16 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Sailfin Desjardinii, also known as the Indian Ocean Sailfin Tang, Desjardin's Sailfin Tang, or Red Sea Sailfin Tang, is a saltwater fish that is popular among aquarists. It is known for its vibrant colors and the large sail-like dorsal fin that gives it its name. The body of the Sailfin Desjardinii is blue to brown in color with light freckles on the nose and yellow freckles on the abdomen. The juvenile and adult appearances vary greatly.
Reef Safe
Yes, but with caution. While it will not harm corals, it may graze on macroalgae and beneficial microfauna.
Environment
The Sailfin Desjardinii requires a large tank with plenty of space to swim. The tank should have plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding. The water conditions should be kept stable, as it is sensitive to changes in specific gravity.
Behavior
The Sailfin Desjardinii is a peaceful fish but can become aggressive towards other fish of the same species. It likes to swim in open spaces and also needs plenty of hiding places.
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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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Price History
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 115.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 6, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Dec 6, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 115.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 5, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Dec 5, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 115.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 4, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Dec 4, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 115.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 3, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Dec 3, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 115.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 2, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Dec 2, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 113.00 | Candy Corals | Dec 2, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 115.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 1, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Dec 1, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 113.00 | Candy Corals | Dec 1, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 115.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 113.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 120.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 29, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 29, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 113.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 29, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 120.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 28, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 28, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 113.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 28, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 120.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 27, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 27, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 113.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 27, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 120.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 26, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 26, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 113.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 26, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 120.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 25, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 25, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 113.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 25, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 120.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 24, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang, Desjardini
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$ 115.00 | The Coral Reef | Nov 24, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 24, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 113.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 24, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 23, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 113.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 23, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Desjardini
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$ 160.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 22, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 113.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 22, 2025 | View |
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