Suggested Tank
125+ gallons
Max Size
15 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Sailfin Tang is a saltwater fish known for its striking appearance and active behavior. It's named for its large, sail-like dorsal fin and its body is covered in vibrant patterns of blue, yellow, and green. This fish is quite popular among aquarists due to its ability to control algae growth in the tank.
Reef Safe
Yes, the Sailfin Tang is considered reef safe but may nibble on soft or stony corals when underfed.
Environment
The Sailfin Tang prefers a well-decorated aquarium with plenty of hiding spots. It needs a lot of swimming space due to its active nature. This fish also requires high water quality and regular water changes.
Behavior
This species is very active and spends most of its time swimming and grazing on algae. While generally peaceful, the Sailfin Tang can be territorial towards other tangs and similar-looking fish.
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Owner Reviews
Doug Lange
@Duddits32221
This has been my favorite fish in every tank I have ever own. Not only stunning colors but great personality, easy feeder and always a great community fish. From tanks of 60 gallons to my largest being 180 gallons. Reef safe, active swimmer and grazes the rocks picking out an algae you may have. Favorite thing to do is feed him/her nori or lettuce from an algae clip. How friendly can these fish be? Mine likes to eat from hand and likes to be pet when he/she sees my hand in the tank for maintenance. 10/10 recommend
Brittney
@MalEficent
I LOVE my sailfin! He is awesome. He’s so active. Loves being hand fed. Every time I’m looking at the tank he’s up in my face wanting attention and food. Very interactive fish. Anytime I’m in the tank he’s at my hand looking for me to feed him. He eats algae off my rocks. He’s big so he’s dominant in my tank right now and he knows it but he’s all bark no bite from what I’ve seen.
Christian
@Christian27484
Very interesting and active fish, great addition to a reef. The only reason I wouldn’t get another one is because the Desjardini looks better in my opinion.
For Sale
Price History
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 80.00 | Live Aquaria | Jun 25, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 56.00 | Live Aquaria | Jun 23, 2025 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang SMALL
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$ 100.00 | Fragbox Corals | Jun 20, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 80.00 | Live Aquaria | Jun 20, 2025 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang
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$ 91.00 | SaltwaterFish.com | Jun 20, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 44.00 | SaltwaterFish.com | Jun 20, 2025 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang SMALL
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$ 100.00 | Fragbox Corals | Jun 14, 2025 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang
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$ 107.00 | SaltwaterFish.com | Jun 14, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 52.00 | SaltwaterFish.com | Jun 14, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang, Desjardini
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$ 16.00 | The Coral Reef | Jun 14, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 49.00 | Live Aquaria | Jun 12, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 70.00 | Live Aquaria | Jun 6, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 80.00 | Live Aquaria | Jun 3, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 75.00 | Live Aquaria | May 30, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 70.00 | Live Aquaria | May 28, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 100.00 | Live Aquaria | May 27, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 80.00 | Live Aquaria | May 26, 2025 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang
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$ 91.00 | SaltwaterFish.com | May 23, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 43.00 | SaltwaterFish.com | May 23, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin tang (Zebrasoma velifer)
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$ 120.00 | Aqua SD | May 22, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang, Desjardini
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$ 96.00 | Live Aquaria | May 21, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang, Desjardini
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$ 100.00 | Live Aquaria | May 20, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 64.00 | Live Aquaria | May 20, 2025 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang
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$ 107.00 | SaltwaterFish.com | May 16, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 52.00 | SaltwaterFish.com | May 16, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang, Desjardini
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$ 108.00 | Live Aquaria | May 15, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 70.00 | Live Aquaria | May 15, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 64.00 | Live Aquaria | May 13, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 70.00 | Live Aquaria | May 13, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 100.00 | Candy Corals | May 9, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 64.00 | Live Aquaria | May 9, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 150.00 | Candy Corals | May 9, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 100.00 | Candy Corals | May 8, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Desjardinii)
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$ 161.00 | Reef Beauties | May 8, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang, Desjardini
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$ 96.00 | Live Aquaria | May 8, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang, Desjardini
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$ 108.00 | Live Aquaria | May 7, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 65.00 | The Coral Reef | May 6, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang, Desjardini
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$ 38.00 | The Coral Reef | May 6, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Veliferum)
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$ 61.00 | Reef Beauties | May 6, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang, Desjardini
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$ 16.00 | The Coral Reef | May 6, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
Zebrasoma veliferum
