Naso lituratus and Acanthuras lineatus compatibility?

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I have a very non-aggressive, 3 inch Naso Tang (Naso lituratus) and would like to add a similar sized Lined Tang (Acanthuras lineatus) into my 100gal reef tank. My understanding is that as long as they aren't the same genus they shouldn't fight. Does anyone know of a good tang-tang compatibility chart?
 

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Clown tangs are generally regarded as very aggressive so that could cause problems. Both the naso and clown tang both can get over a foot and will outgrow a 100gal tank so that will amplify aggression problems.
 
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So you'd advise against getting the clown tang. Okay. Thank you. Yeah my Naso is pretty good by himself. He loves my clownfish pair that hosts in my elegance coral. On a side, he is a pretty picky eater. Luckily I live in Japan and I can get lots of fresh nori and other seaweed in the grocery store.
 
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