Care guide at a glance
Acanthurus lineatus
Description
A boldly striped surgeonfish in yellow, blue and black with a powerful build. Spectacular, and one of the most aggressive fish in the marine hobby.
Feeding
Primarily herbivorous. Dried marine algae several times daily, spirulina foods and some frozen meaty food.
Compatibility
Reef safe with corals but extremely aggressive toward other fish, particularly other tangs. Frequently has to be housed alone.
Behaviour and personality
Fast, powerful and territorial. Comes from surge-zone habitat and wants very high flow and oxygen.
Before you buy
Two serious issues: it reaches 35 cm or more, and it is genuinely one of the most aggressive commonly traded marine fish. It will harass and sometimes kill tankmates. Suitable only for very large systems and experienced keepers.
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There is no minimum or maximum order value.
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