Mustard Tang - Acanthurus pyroferus Size:Small

Mustard Tang - Acanthurus pyroferus Size:SmallMustard Tang (Acanthurus pyroferus) The Mustard Tang, Acanthurus pyroferus, is a beautiful and interesting marine surgeonfish, admired for its warm mustard yellow to chocolate brown adult colouration, active swimming behaviour and natural algae grazing habits. Also commonly known as the Mimic Tang or Chocolate Tang, this species is especially fascinating because juveniles mimic certain dwarf angelfish, helping them blend into the reef before

the Arrowhead Crab is an adept scavenger

this species requires an environment with plenty of hiding spots to mimic its natural habitat and reduce stress

Aquarium specimens are often around 8–12 cm

It can be secretive when first introduced

Like other echinoderms

bite-sized fish and sponges

but they can become territorial towards other tangs

zoanthids are an excellent choice for those starting their coral-keeping journey

Suitable tank mates should be peaceful to moderately active and large enough not to intimidate or outcompete it

its delicate tissue can be damaged by more aggressive neighbours

Provide caves and shaded retreats

finely chopped seafood and occasional spirulina or algae-based foods