Unicorn Tang

Description

Naso unicornis

Easily recognized as an adult with the horn protruding from it’s head, the Naso unicornis, or Unicorn Tang is a popular addition to larger tanks. This fish can reach up to 24 inches but even longer if you include the forehead spike that gets longer as the fish ages. Likes to school with other Unicorn Tangs as juveniles, this species prefers to be alone as an adult and will likely fight with other Unicorn Tangs and possibly Vlamingii Tangs. Needs plenty of unobstructed swimming space even as small juveniles. May jump out of the tank.

Maximum Size: the Naso unicornis grows up to 24 inches.

Minimum Tank Size: The Unicorn Tang prefers a tank of at least 150 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.

Diet: The Naso unicornis 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 Unicorn Tang is a medium maintenance fish.

Behavior: The Unicorn 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: Indo-Pacific.