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 (Zebrasoma Veliferum)
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$ 88.00 | Reef Beauties | Apr 3, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang - ZEBRASOMA DESJARDINII
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$ 90.00 | Aquarium Fish Depot | Mar 31, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma Veliferum)
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$ 61.00 | Reef Beauties | Mar 29, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 70.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 29, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 51.00 | SaltwaterFish.com | Mar 21, 2025 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang
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$ 106.00 | SaltwaterFish.com | Mar 21, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 170.00 | Marine Collectors | Mar 19, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 100.00 | Marine Collectors | Mar 19, 2025 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang SMALL
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$ 100.00 | Fragbox Corals | Mar 17, 2025 | View |
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Sailfin Tang - South Pacific
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$ 85.00 | World Wide Coral | Mar 10, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang (XXL)
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£ 130.00 | Vision Aquatics | Mar 6, 2025 | View |
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Heart Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 350.00 | Candy Corals | Feb 23, 2025 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Djibouti
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$ 251.00 | World Wide Coral | Feb 20, 2025 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Kenya
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$ 103.00 | World Wide Coral | Feb 4, 2025 | View |
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XXL Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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£ 145.00 | Vision Aquatics | Jan 1, 2025 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 100.00 | Candy Corals | Dec 27, 2024 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 100.00 | Candy Corals | Dec 21, 2024 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 110.00 | Candy Corals | Dec 8, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Sri Lanka
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$ 89.00 | World Wide Coral | Oct 1, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Djibouti
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$ 239.00 | World Wide Coral | Sep 15, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Kenya
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$ 98.00 | World Wide Coral | Sep 5, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Sri Lanka
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$ 89.00 | World Wide Coral | Aug 31, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang SMALL
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$ 100.00 | Fragbox Corals | Aug 23, 2024 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 100.00 | Candy Corals | Aug 20, 2024 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 100.00 | Candy Corals | Aug 8, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Djibouti
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$ 239.00 | World Wide Coral | Jul 14, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Kenya
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$ 98.00 | World Wide Coral | Jun 25, 2024 | View |
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Desjardini Sailfin Tang
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$ 100.00 | Candy Corals | Jun 21, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Djibouti
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$ 239.00 | World Wide Coral | May 31, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Kenya
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$ 98.00 | World Wide Coral | May 23, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Sri Lanka
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$ 89.00 | World Wide Coral | Apr 27, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Kenya
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$ 98.00 | World Wide Coral | Apr 17, 2024 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 110.00 | Candy Corals | Apr 1, 2024 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 110.00 | Candy Corals | Apr 1, 2024 | View |
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Desjardinii Sailfin Tang - Djibouti
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$ 239.00 | World Wide Coral | Mar 8, 2024 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
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$ 110.00 | Candy Corals | Feb 22, 2024 | View |
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Sailfin Tang
Zebrasoma veliferum
