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	Blue Tang - Paracanthurus hepatus
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Main Features Blue Tang - Paracanthurus hepatus Also known as: Palette Surgeonfish, Hepatus Tang, "Hippo" Tang, Blue (Hippo), Pacific Blue, Yellow-tail Blue, Regal, Palette, Hippo Tang Maximum Size: the Paracanthurus hepatus 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 Blue Tang prefers a tank of at least 100 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Diet: The Paracanthurus hepatus is a herbivore and likes to eat Prefers meaty diet to `supposed` algal died. Feed mysid shrimp and other meaty treats but include Spirulina, Romaine Lettuce (blanched) , and fresh seaweed.. Level of Care: The Blue Tang is a high maintenance fish. Behavior: The Blue Tang may act peacefully toward other fish. Hardiness: This is not a hardy fish. Requires large swimming spaces. Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78° F). Range: Indo-Pacific. General Notes: Blue Tang, Paracanthurus hepatus is an planktivore during the Juvenile stage, and Omnivorous in the adult stage. Often sought after by aquarists because of it`s appealing c