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	Orange Shoulder Tang - Acanthurus olivaceus
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Main Features Orange Shoulder Tang - Acanthurus olivaceus Maximum Size: the Acanthurus olivaceus grows up to 14 inches. General Size Specifications: The small size will come to you generally 1 to 2 inches; the medium generally 3 to 4 inches; the large generally 5 to 6 inches. Minimum Tank Size: The Orange Shoulder Tang prefers a tank of at least 150 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Diet: The Acanthurus olivaceus 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 Orange Shoulder Tang is a medium maintenance fish. Behavior: The Orange Shoulder 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: Fiji, Hawaii. General Notes: The Acanthurus olivaceus is a beautiful addition to any aquarium as an adult or juvenile. Smalls and some mediums are a bright attractive yellow and will morph into the normal adult coloration of gray on two halfs of it`s body with a large orange bar at the shoulder above the pectoral fin. As most tangs, should be housed in a large tank as this fish can reach 14 inches very quickly. Note: Due to variations among each species, livestock may not look identical to the image provided. Expect diversity since each animal is unique in color, texture and shape.