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Mustard Tang \u2013 Acanthurus pyroferus<\/em><\/h3>\n

Overview:<\/strong>
The Mustard Tang is a hardy and attractive surgeonfish, easily recognized by its golden-brown to yellow body with a distinctive mustard-colored patch<\/strong> near the pectoral fins. Juveniles often mimic angelfish species, making them especially unique additions to the marine aquarium trade.<\/p>\n

Origin:<\/strong>
Found across the Indo-Pacific<\/strong>, including reefs from East Africa to Japan and the Great Barrier Reef.<\/p>\n

Feeding:<\/strong>
Primarily herbivorous<\/strong>, grazing on algae. Provide a varied diet of dried seaweed (nori), spirulina, and algae-based foods<\/strong>, supplemented with mysis shrimp or quality frozen preparations to maintain vibrant coloration and health.<\/p>\n

Tank Mates:<\/strong>
Generally compatible with a wide range of peaceful to semi-aggressive fish<\/strong>. Avoid housing with other tangs of similar shape or color unless in very large aquariums to reduce aggression.<\/p>\n

Aggression:<\/strong>
Semi-aggressive<\/strong> \u2013 may show territorial behavior, especially toward other surgeonfish, but usually peaceful in community reef tanks if given enough space.<\/p>\n

Experience Level:<\/strong>
Intermediate aquarists<\/strong> \u2013 requires stable water parameters, plenty of swimming space, and consistent feeding for long-term health.<\/p>\n

Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n