{"product_id":"desjadini-sailfin-tang","title":"Desjadini Sailfin Tang","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 79.3752px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 255, 128);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 255, 42);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Desjardini Sailfin Tang\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Desjardini Sailfin Tang is a spectacular large marine surgeonfish recognised for its \u003cstrong\u003elarge sail-like dorsal and anal fins, bold striping and intricate blue, yellow and brown markings\u003c\/strong\u003e. As it matures, its pattern becomes increasingly impressive, making it a standout fish in a large marine aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis active species spends much of its time cruising around rockwork and grazing on algae. It requires a \u003cstrong\u003elarge, mature aquarium with excellent filtration, substantial swimming space and plenty of rockwork\u003c\/strong\u003e to explore and graze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesjardini Sailfin Tangs are generally peaceful towards unrelated fish but can become territorial towards other tangs, particularly those with a similar body shape. They are generally \u003cstrong\u003ereef safe with corals\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eZebrasoma desjardinii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Desjardini Sailfin Tang \/ Red Sea Sailfin Tang\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acanthuridae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine Fish \/ Surgeonfish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approximately 40 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive \/ Territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600 L+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 24–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.023–1.026 SG\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivore \/ Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Levels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large Mature Marine and Reef Aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Desjardini Sailfin Tangs reef safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They are generally \u003cstrong\u003ereef safe with corals\u003c\/strong\u003e and spend much of their time grazing algae from live rock and other surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does a Desjardini Sailfin Tang get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can reach approximately \u003cstrong\u003e40 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, although aquarium specimens are often smaller. Their eventual size should be considered when planning the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Desjardini Sailfin Tangs eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are primarily herbivorous and should receive regular \u003cstrong\u003enori, marine algae and algae-based foods\u003c\/strong\u003e, supplemented with quality pellets and occasional frozen foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Desjardini Sailfin Tangs aggressive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally peaceful towards unrelated fish but can become \u003cstrong\u003eterritorial towards other tangs\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly similarly shaped species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Desjardini Sailfin Tangs be kept with other tangs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, provided the aquarium is sufficiently large and territories are carefully managed. Avoid overcrowding and monitor aggression when introducing other surgeonfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo they need live rock?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Rockwork provides \u003cstrong\u003egrazing surfaces, shelter and environmental enrichment\u003c\/strong\u003e and is an important part of a suitable setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping them in an undersized aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey become large and require substantial swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot providing enough algae-based food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegular vegetable matter is important for maintaining a healthy tang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping too many tangs together\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTerritorial disputes can become serious when space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProviding insufficient swimming space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave large open areas for the tang to cruise while maintaining plenty of rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroducing them to an immature aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA mature aquarium with stable water quality and established biological filtration is preferable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIgnoring their large dorsal and anal fins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvide enough open space and avoid overcrowding the rockwork so the fish can move comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49279761318027,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/J4I1C9KbB_h1OQH9mHsvteXy43lVG5Hs7lzyXfI1sSOyDK7tNKvnqZl4LxF3gkw0sT2C7f6QuzGx3ZJsrMWOaa0Ng86q90xMLqOJIkTZixcZi7NwqlbZOJAaHC-fHfJRe_E0aHui3mPXtRWVKB08wMddpkTWILCZPmyMTDwqJQHvzop6B5rFakP.jpg?v=1788141183","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/desjadini-sailfin-tang","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}