Biota Yellow Tang

Biota Yellow Tang

Captive-bred by Biota, these Yellow Tangs are highly sought after for their hardiness, adaptability, and sustainable aquaculture origin. Bright yellow and constantly active, they are a staple in reef aquariums.

🟢 Quarantined (Minimum 2 Weeks) – Fully Conditioned & Eating

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Moderate
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons
• Size: Ranging from approximately 3–8 inches at adult size

Behavior & Husbandry

Yellow Tangs are active swimmers that constantly graze algae throughout the aquarium. Biota captive-bred specimens are generally well adapted to aquarium life and often transition easily onto prepared foods.

They thrive in mature systems with strong flow and ample swimming space.

Feeding & Diet

Herbivorous and constant grazer.

What We Feed at Lush Corals:

• Nori
• Frozen foods
• Pellets

In Your Aquarium:

• Nori or macroalgae
• Herbivore pellets
• Frozen foods

Compatibility Notes

Works well with:

• Wrasses
• Clownfish
• Most reef-safe fish

Use caution when mixing with other tangs in smaller systems.

Lush Corals Quarantine & Conditioning Process

This fish has completed our full quarantine and conditioning protocol (minimum 2 weeks) prior to being made available.

During this process, each fish is:

• Carefully observed and stabilized
• Proactively treated and monitored
• Conditioned onto prepared foods
• Verified to be actively eating and thriving

This extended process significantly reduces stress and increases long-term success, ensuring you receive a fish that is healthy, stable, and truly ready for your reef.

We don’t rush fish to market—every quarantined fish we offer has been given the time it needs to succeed in your aquarium.