Powder Blue Tang
Acanthurus leucosternon
Stunningly beautiful powder blue body with yellow dorsal and black face mask. One of the most beautiful tangs.
Tank Size
100 gal
minimum (150+ preferred)
Temperature
74–82°F
23–28°C
pH Range
8–8.4
water acidity
Max Size
9"
22.9 cm
Lifespan
10+ years
typical in captivity
Swim Level
All
preferred zone
Care Notes
Extremely ich-prone and aggressive toward other tangs. Expert-only fish. Quarantine is mandatory.
Feeding
Nori seaweed, marine algae sheets, frozen mysis, and pellets.
Compatible Tank Mates
None identified.
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