{"product_id":"yellowfin-tang","title":"Yellowfin 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\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Yellowfin Tang\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yellowfin Tang is a large and impressive marine surgeonfish recognised by its \u003cstrong\u003eblue-grey to brownish body, vivid yellow pectoral fins and blue markings around the face and dorsal fin\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its bold colouration and substantial size make it an excellent feature fish for a large marine aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis active species requires plenty of \u003cstrong\u003eopen swimming space and mature live rock\u003c\/strong\u003e for grazing and shelter. Yellowfin Tangs are primarily herbivorous and should receive regular marine algae and seaweed-based foods as part of a varied diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally peaceful towards unrelated fish but can become territorial towards other surgeonfish. They are considered \u003cstrong\u003ereef safe with corals\u003c\/strong\u003e and can make an excellent addition to a large, established reef system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAcanthurus xanthopterus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellowfin Tang \/ Yellowfin Surgeonfish\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 50 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive \/ Territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to Advanced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750 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\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 Yellowfin 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 rockwork and other surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does a Yellowfin Tang get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellowfin Tangs are a large surgeonfish and can reach approximately \u003cstrong\u003e50 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their adult size makes a very large aquarium essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Yellowfin Tangs eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are primarily herbivorous. Provide regular \u003cstrong\u003enori, marine algae and algae-based foods\u003c\/strong\u003e, supplemented with quality herbivore pellets and occasional meaty foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Yellowfin Tangs aggressive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally peaceful towards unrelated fish but can become \u003cstrong\u003eterritorial towards other tangs and surgeonfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly when space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Yellowfin Tangs be kept with other tangs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotentially, but their large adult size means substantial aquarium space is required. Avoid overcrowding and carefully consider the temperament and body shape of other surgeonfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Yellowfin Tangs need live rock?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Mature rockwork provides \u003cstrong\u003egrazing surfaces, shelter and enrichment\u003c\/strong\u003e, while also contributing to the natural environment they require.\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\u003eThis is a very large and active tang that requires extensive swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot providing enough vegetable matter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegular algae and seaweed-based foods are essential for a healthy herbivorous tang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOvercrowding with other tangs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTerritorial aggression can become significant when multiple surgeonfish are confined together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProviding too little open swimming space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave large unobstructed areas for the fish to cruise while maintaining suitable rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdding one to an immature aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA mature system with stable parameters and established biological filtration is strongly preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelying solely on naturally occurring algae\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven in an established reef, supplemental feeding with marine algae helps ensure adequate nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49279806472331,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/Q9OA7iUWjghLrZ38QUvyKt1x-DLH3A-jgKDk3HgtclqCEbDQxrR2eSFta30oIqth6FMBbYv4aW9u0VZA-sjHq-YEK_ESoo0sp0XYx73Ix8RhjW0XcJD5eh5Sdjxnqn7MffUWPcAZtMuRsCZtnr8U0V_i9p-Q4EUICpBnUeTa_njtCqHWUz12o8m.jpg?v=1788143051","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/yellowfin-tang","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}