Powder Blue Tang

[sherwood]

Is it ok to put a Powder Blue Tang in with 2 False Percula Fish. I have a 50 gallon tank! Please let me know because i like the way the Powder Blue Tang looks and i would like to add him in with my clownfish. Thanks

 

[robchuck]

A 50 gallon tank would be too small for any tang. They are very active fish, and need tanks of at least 6' to swim in; but if you ever upgrade, they are compatible with percs.

 

[rkm]

I have a 75g. Rob is right. Tangs do swin a lot. more than I ever thought. But I do have 2 maroon clowns and the fish get along great.

 

[johnny.d.s]

A 50 or 75 gallon tank would be too small. You should have at least a 6' tank 100 gallon+.
Powder Blue Surgeonfish
Minimum Tank Size: 100 gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Tank Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4
Temperament: Aggressive
Max. Size In Aquarium: Up to 9"
Reef Compatible: With Caution
Diet: Herbivore

 

[rkm]

I guess I gave too much trust in my LFS. He told me no problem. They will get big, but the tank will slow the process. I should have done better research.