{"id":9568,"date":"2026-02-17T18:56:19","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:56:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/obsidian-tang-acanthurus-gahhm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T18:56:19","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:56:19","slug":"obsidian-tang-acanthurus-gahhm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=obsidian-tang-acanthurus-gahhm","title":{"rendered":"Obsidian Tang Acanthurus Gahhm"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"143\">Obsidian Tang \u2013 <em data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"141\">Acanthurus gahhm<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"406\"><strong data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"158\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"161\" \/>The Obsidian Tang is a striking marine herbivore, known for its deep black to dark gray body with subtle blue highlights and a contrasting vibrant yellow tail. Its bold coloration and active swimming make it a standout in large reef aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"560\"><strong data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"419\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"422\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"452\">Indo-Pacific<\/strong>, primarily found along coral reefs and lagoons in <strong data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"557\">Red Sea, East Africa, and the western Indian Ocean<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"816\"><strong data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"574\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"577\" \/>Primarily herbivorous \u2013 thrives on <strong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"664\">marine algae, seaweed, and spirulina-based foods<\/strong>, supplemented occasionally with meaty foods like mysis shrimp for balanced nutrition. Regular feeding helps maintain coloration and digestive health.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"973\"><strong data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"833\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"836\" \/>Best kept with <strong data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"893\">peaceful to semi-aggressive tank mates<\/strong>. Avoid housing with overly aggressive tangs to minimize territorial disputes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1131\"><strong data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"990\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"993\" \/><strong data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1019\">Moderately territorial<\/strong> \u2013 may defend feeding areas, especially in smaller aquariums, but generally compatible with other robust fish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1307\"><strong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1154\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\" \/><strong data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1195\">Intermediate to advanced aquarists<\/strong> \u2013 requires a mature aquarium with ample swimming space, stable water conditions, and a proper herbivore diet.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1332\"><strong data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1330\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1461\">\n<li data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1371\">\n<p data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1371\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1369\">74\u201380\u00b0F (23\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1391\">\n<p data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1391\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1389\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1421\">\n<p data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1421\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1419\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1461\">\n<p data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1461\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1459\">125+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1616\">The <strong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1484\">Obsidian Tang<\/strong> is a visually striking, active herbivore, perfect for reef or large community marine tanks where a bold, dynamic fish is desired.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Obsidian Tang \u2013 Acanthurus gahhm Overview:The Obsidian Tang is a striking marine herbivore, known for its deep black to dark gray body with subtle blue highlights and a contrasting vibrant yellow tail. Its bold coloration and active swimming make it a standout in large reef aquariums. 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