Clown Tang (7 days for Delivery)
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Marine Fish Perfect Health Promise
All marine fish have a Perfect Health Arrival guarantee. For the following reasons, we cannot guarantee beyond that.
A number of different reasons can affect why a marine fish does not settle into its new environment. These range from:
- Unsuitable water conditions: incorrect pH, high ammonia and nitrite levels.
- Tank bullies: some marine fish are very passive and will not mix well with more boisterous tank mates.
- Incorrect tank size: please research the fish you are buying, as some will become stressed in a tank that is too small.
If you have any problems on arrival
Please contact us straight away and we will extend your guarantee until the fish is healthy again. You must call on the arrival day to activate this.
01293 749046Credit notes
If any of your aquatic life dies during our guarantees and has been acclimatised in a mature aquarium, please take a photo and email it across and we will send you a credit note.
Please email photographs of the deceased specimens to sales@aquaticstoyourdoor.co.uk.
About this fish
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Clown Tang (Acanthurus lineatus)
What is its maximum size?
The Clown Tang can grow to approximately 38–40 cm (15–16 inches) in length. It is a very active swimmer and requires an exceptionally large aquarium with plenty of open swimming space, strong water movement and excellent water quality.
Where is its origin and where is it exported from?
The Clown Tang originates from the Indo-Pacific region, ranging from the East African coast and the Red Sea across to the central Pacific, including areas around Indonesia, Australia, Fiji and Hawaii. It is commonly exported for the aquarium trade from countries such as Indonesia and the Philippines.
Is it reef compatible?
Yes, generally reef safe. It is primarily an algae grazer and is usually safe with corals and most invertebrates. However, individual fish may occasionally nip at certain sessile invertebrates, particularly if their dietary requirements are not met.
What should I feed it?
Feed a varied diet consisting mainly of marine algae and seaweed, including nori, supplemented with spirulina flakes, algae-based pellets and occasional meaty foods such as mysis shrimp. Feed regularly, ideally several small portions throughout the day, to support its high energy requirements and maintain good health.
How many can I keep?
Best kept singly in most home aquariums because of its large adult size and highly territorial nature. Clown Tangs can be particularly aggressive towards other tangs, especially those with similar body shapes. Keeping multiple individuals is generally not recommended outside exceptionally large systems.
How compatible is it with other fish?
Can be aggressive and territorial, particularly towards other surgeonfish. It is best kept with robust, compatible marine fish that can tolerate its occasionally aggressive behaviour. Avoid keeping it with timid species or other tangs that may compete for territory. Provide plenty of swimming space and suitable hiding places.
Water parameters
Temperature: 24–28°C
pH: 8.1–8.4
Specific gravity: 1.023–1.026
Ammonia and nitrite: 0 ppm
Nitrate: Keep as low as practical with stable water quality.
If it does not arrive alive, you do not pay for it.
Photograph the bag unopened, send it to us within four hours of delivery, and we will put it right with a refund or a replacement.* Our guarantee on marine fish covers their health on arrival. If anything concerns you, please ring us on the day they arrive and we will extend it until the fish is healthy again.
*Whether we refund or replace is our decision and depends on the fish and its cost. A replacement may travel with a future order rather than straight away.