Thoughts on Blue Caribbean Tang

[ThatPhillyReefer]

I was wondering does anyone have any information or knowledge about these guys. They seem like they stay relatively small, so could i put one in a 90g?

 

[Dark_Knightt]

Not too sure, but Liveaquaria says they need about 180g. They do get quite big. Anyone have experience with this fish?

 

[sfin52]

@fishguy242 you have a few of them. Thoughts

 

[fishguy242]

hi,very active,90 would be fine until reaches 3-4",then need to look into longer tank :)

 

[Cassian]

I have had one for a while. Indeed what fishguy says is true. Super active fish, probably the most active in my tank. He will eventually outgrow a 90. 10/10 a gorgeous fish though

 

[Zionas]

I think FishBase lists maximum size as 16” and Common Length as 10” so maybe that’s what I would prepare for. Long term IMO an 8’ tank would be the best.

 

[Reefahholic]

Been wanting one for about 2 years now. Never see one that I want. I saw one 3 years prior that was the deepest brightest blue you’ve ever seen. Told the LFS to hold it for me so I could pick up the next day. They agreed and then sold it. Told me he jumped out of the tank. Maybe that was true, but I doubt it.

 

[Lebsam225gal]

I have Atlantic blue tang.. not sure how closely they relate but mine also is recommended 180gallon plus.. mine is 3 inches, swims constantly and I’m glad I don’t have anything smaller than a 225 because they’re quick and like I said they always move around