Black Tang

Black Tang

Zebrasoma rostratum

Also known as: Longnose Sailfin Tang

🧂 Saltwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🔴 Advanced 🌿 Herbivore Reef Safe

Entirely jet-black body with a distinctive elongated snout. Extremely rare and one of the most expensive fish in the hobby.

Tank Size

100 gal
minimum (150+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F
23–28°C

pH Range

8–8.4
water acidity

Max Size

8"
20.3 cm

Lifespan

10+ years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

All
preferred zone

Care Notes

Very rare and commands extremely high prices. Care is similar to other Zebrasoma tangs. Quarantine is essential.

Feeding

Nori seaweed, marine algae, spirulina, pellets, and frozen mysis.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Ocellaris Clownfish 3" True Percula Clownfish 3" Blue Green Chromis 3" Yellowtail Damselfish 2.5" Blue Tang 12" Yellow Tang 8" Kole Tang 7" Clarkii Clownfish 5" Tomato Clownfish 5" Scopas Tang 8" Naso Tang 18" Convict Tang 8"

Incompatible With

Maroon Clownfish 6" Blue Devil Damselfish 3" Powder Blue Tang 9" Achilles Tang 10" Purple Tang 10" Three Stripe Damselfish 3" Domino Damselfish 5" Four Stripe Damselfish 3" Jewel Damselfish 6" Clown Tang 15" Green Clown Goby 1.5" Catalina Goby 2.5"

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