vlamingi tang
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nasovlam
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Yo, Yupi, get a grip -- 7"! (no offense intended) Vlamingii's will push 2' at maturity. I made the mistake of getting a small one (maybe 5") in my 90. I was thinking that their growth might be moderated by the available space -- WRONG. Two or three years later, he was about 12" long with another 3" of streamer fins (who knows, maybe that was moderated growth). He was developing the nice blunt forehead too. Very tough and peaceful fish but already way too big for a 90. I was looking for an appopriate home for him when I had my tank meltdown last winter (no power for 36 hrs.) and I lost him. Very sad day.
You can sometimes do better on juvies -- SWF does run specials on them from time to time. But make sure you have a BIG tank because you'll need it soon.
You can sometimes do better on juvies -- SWF does run specials on them from time to time. But make sure you have a BIG tank because you'll need it soon.
tang_fame
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I have one in my 225, it's a large one and the hump is starting to show. I've seen them at least 2ft+ at the LFS. Mine can't be far from that size. Colors' are awesome as an adult and its a very regal fish. They are also very hearty fish, but they are demanding eaters so you must keep them feed constantly. I found my Vlamingi loves Hikari Marine A and Supper Soft Spirulina, along with tons of seaweed. The get pretty fat and are slow movers around the tank (but don't be fooled they are powerful and move very fast when needed).
I love the look of this fish, I would recommend it as a great addition to any large reef or fish only tank. If I get a pic I'll post.
Originally Posted by cwgibson
anyone had any experience with the vlamingi tang?
I love the look of this fish, I would recommend it as a great addition to any large reef or fish only tank. If I get a pic I'll post.
Originally Posted by cwgibson
anyone had any experience with the vlamingi tang?
