Clown Tang

Clown Tang

Acanthurus lineatus

Also known as: Lined Surgeonfish, Striped Surgeonfish

🧂 Saltwater 🔥 Aggressive 🔴 Advanced 🌿 Herbivore Reef Safe

Stunning horizontal blue, orange, and yellow striping across the body. One of the most colorful and aggressive tangs available.

Tank Size

125 gal
minimum (180+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F
23–28°C

pH Range

8–8.4
water acidity

Max Size

15"
38.1 cm

Lifespan

10+ years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

All
preferred zone

Care Notes

Extremely aggressive and territorial — one of the most aggressive tangs. Expert-only fish. Needs pristine water and strong flow.

Feeding

Nori seaweed, marine algae, spirulina, and frozen herbivore preparations.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution 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" Huma Huma Triggerfish 10" Clown Triggerfish 20"

Incompatible 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"

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