Input on Clown Tang

[waterworld]

Has anyone had experience with a Clown Tang? I would love to get one but wanted to see what others have experienced.
I have a 125gal that has been running for about 4 years.
Juv Emperor
Med Yellow Tang,
2 Damsels
1 Basset

 

[nicetry]

Pretty fish but a poor captive choice. Most don't survive long term. Very susceptible to parasites. They require very large systems and if one happens to reach adulthood, can be quite aggressive. Given your current tankmates, I'd pass on it.

 

[pastor b.]

Dear hobbyist, I presently have a Clown Tang in my 150 gallon aquarium . This type of tang needs richly oxygenated water. As the Clown Tang matures, it will get more aggressive and very beautiful to watch . Mine eats spiralina, seaweed, brine shrimp, Hilkari pellets,marine cuisine ,and formula one . The C T can also change the color of its head from its normal coloring to a very dark gray .Its a interesting fish to observe as it swims in strange patterns .

 

[miaheatlvr]

I heard one of the hardest to keep long term in the home aquarium.

 

[mcbdz]

They are suggested to have min. 180g tank. they are 15in. adult size. and at the top of the aggression list. I'd skip unless you will be upgrading for sure in the future. That would be close corders for this aggressive fish.