Sailfin Tang

Sailfin Tang

A bold and visually striking tang known for its large, sail-like dorsal fin and dramatic striping. A true centerpiece fish for larger aquariums.

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

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Moderate
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons
• Size: Ranging from approximately 6–15 inches at adult size

Behavior & Husbandry

Sailfin Tangs grow large and require plenty of swimming space. They are active grazers and will constantly move throughout the aquarium.

They may become territorial as they mature.

Feeding & Diet

Herbivorous with a strong appetite.

What We Feed at Lush Corals:

• Nori
• Frozen foods
• Pellets

In Your Aquarium:

• Nori
• Herbivore pellets
• Frozen foods

Compatibility Notes

Best with:

• Larger reef fish
• Wrasses
• Clownfish

Requires careful planning when mixing with other tangs.

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.