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Achilles tang

Acanthurus achilles

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  • Conservation StatusLeast Concern
  • DifficultyDifficult
  • HardinessModerate
  • Liters per Fish200 L
  • OriginIndo-pacific Region
  • pH8.1 - 8.4
  • PopularityModerate
  • RarityRare
  • Temperature24.0 - 28.0 °C
  • Territorial BehaviourHighly Territorial
  • VibrancyVery Vibrant

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

More about Achilles tang

The Achilles tang (Acanthurus achilles) is a strikingly colored marine fish with a predominantly black body, a vibrant orange patch near the tail, and a blue outline along its dorsal and anal fins. Originating from the Pacific Ocean, particularly around Hawaii, this species features a distinctive teardrop shape. It is highly regarded in the aquarium hobby for its vivid appearance but is known to require careful attention due to its specific care requirements.

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