Sailfin Desjardinii Tang (Zebrasoma desjardinii)
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Sailfin Desjardinii Tang
Sailfin Desjardni Tang
Zebrasoma desjardinii
Challenging
529.958 liters
529,957.649 mL
530 Litres (140 US G.)
40.64 cm 35.6-40.6cm (14-16 ")
1.020 - 1.025
8.1 - 8.4
295.372 K
22.222 °C
531.67 °R
298.706 K
25.556 °C
537.67 °R22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
Uncommon
8-12 years
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Alternative names
- Sailfin Desjardni Tang, Red Sea Sailfin Tang, Dejardin's Sailfin Tang, Indian Sailfin Surgeonfish
Origin
- Found in shallow sea-ward reefs and lagoons to a depth of 25m in the Indian Ocean, ranging from Red Sea south to Natal, South Africa and east to India, Java, and Cocos-Keeling Islands.
Sexing
- Unknown
Tank compatibility
- One of the least aggressive Tangs. May cohabit with a member of the opposite sex if in a large enough tank, however juveniles tend to lead a more solitary life, only pairing up when mature. Will act peacefully towards other fish.
Diet
- A herbivorous fish, will take dried seaweed, marine algae, mysid shrimp, Spirulina, blanched Romaine Lettuce or fresh seaweed.
Feeding regime
- How often to feed, etc.
Environment Specifics
- They are sensitive to water quality, needs an SG of 1.020 - 1.025.
Behaviour
- Unknown
Identification
- How to id the animal.
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