Powder Brown Tang

Description

Acanthurus japonicus

The Acanthurus japonicus is also known as the Powder Brown Tang. The Powder Brown tang is often mistaken for the less colorful Goldrim or A. nigricans (White Cheek/Gold Rim Tang) but is much hardier that it’s look alike cousin. Can be a finicky eater, offer foods heavy in algae (nori, macroalgae, spirulina etc). IT is advised to keep only one Acanthurus tang per tank. Usually gets along fine with other tangs depending on attitude of individual fish.

Maximum Size: the Acanthurus japonicus grows up to 10 inches.

Minimum Tank Size: The Powder Brown Tang prefers a tank of at least 100 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.

Diet: The Acanthurus japonicus is a herbivore and likes to eat Dried Seaweed (best), marine algae, mysid shrimp, Spirulina, Romaine Lettuce (blanched) , fresh seaweed, and other meaty treats.

Level of Care: The Powder Brown Tang is a medium maintenance fish.

Behavior: The Powder Brown Tang may act peacefully toward other fish.

Hardiness: This is a hardy fish.

Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 – 1.025, pH 8.1 – 8.4, Temp. 72 – 78 F).

Range: Hawaii.