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Acanthurus Nigricans - Gold-Rimmed Surgeonfish | Saltwater Tang
Quick Specs
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Minimum Tank Size: 125 Gallons
Diet: Herbivore
Reef Compatible: Yes
Max Size: 8 Inches
Water Conditions: 72 to 78°F, dKH 8 to 12, pH 8.1 to 8.4, sg 1.020 to 1.025
Overview
The Gold-Rimmed Surgeonfish, also known as the Whitecheek Tang, is the perfect pick for a hobbyist who wants the aesthetic of a "Powder" tang with a bit more resilience. It features a stunning velvet-black body highlighted by gold-to-yellow rims on the fins and a distinct white patch below the eye. As an active swimmer, it requires a large tank with plenty of open swimming lanes and high-flow areas to maintain its health. Like all Acanthurus species, it’s a dedicated herbivore—you need to feed it plenty of dried seaweed (nori) to keep its immune system strong and prevent dietary deficiencies. While it can be territorial toward other tangs, it’s generally peaceful toward other reef inhabitants and completely reef-safe.
Expert Shipping & Logistics
We’ve dialed in the logistics for national drop shipping to ensure your livestock arrives in peak condition. Every order is packed using professional-grade insulation and climate-contingent heat or ice packs, designed to maintain stable temperatures regardless of the transit route. We handle the technical side of the move so you can focus on the acclimation. Our protocol is built on getting these fish from the facility to your tank with zero compromise on health or vitality.
Note: Images shown are stock images and not the actual fish you will receive.
Acanthurus Nigricans - Gold-Rimmed Surgeonfish | Saltwater Tang
Quick Specs
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Minimum Tank Size: 125 Gallons
Diet: Herbivore
Reef Compatible: Yes
Max Size: 8 Inches
Water Conditions: 72 to 78°F, dKH 8 to 12, pH 8.1 to 8.4, sg 1.020 to 1.025
Overview
The Gold-Rimmed Surgeonfish, also known as the Whitecheek Tang, is the perfect pick for a hobbyist who wants the aesthetic of a "Powder" tang with a bit more resilience. It features a stunning velvet-black body highlighted by gold-to-yellow rims on the fins and a distinct white patch below the eye. As an active swimmer, it requires a large tank with plenty of open swimming lanes and high-flow areas to maintain its health. Like all Acanthurus species, it’s a dedicated herbivore—you need to feed it plenty of dried seaweed (nori) to keep its immune system strong and prevent dietary deficiencies. While it can be territorial toward other tangs, it’s generally peaceful toward other reef inhabitants and completely reef-safe.
Expert Shipping & Logistics
We’ve dialed in the logistics for national drop shipping to ensure your livestock arrives in peak condition. Every order is packed using professional-grade insulation and climate-contingent heat or ice packs, designed to maintain stable temperatures regardless of the transit route. We handle the technical side of the move so you can focus on the acclimation. Our protocol is built on getting these fish from the facility to your tank with zero compromise on health or vitality.
Note: Images shown are stock images and not the actual fish you will receive.
