The Yellow Belly Blue Hippo Tang, native to the Indo-Pacific region, shares habitat and reef-safe characteristics with its Blue Hippo Tang counterpart, thriving in coral-rich reefs while peacefully coexisting with corals and invertebrates. With a potential length of up to 12 inches and a lifespan of over a decade, these tangs require a balanced diet of algae-based foods and benefit from aquaculture efforts supporting sustainability. Compatible with peaceful tank mates in larger aquariums, they necessitate a reef-like environment with ample space for swimming and grazing. Also known as the Yellow Belly Regal Tang, this species adds a mesmerizing touch to saltwater aquariums, promising years of enjoyment with proper care and environment replication.
CARE FACTS |
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Care Level: |
Intermediate |
Temperament: |
Peaceful |
Diet: |
Herbivore/Omnivore |
Reef Safe: |
Yes |
Minimum Tank Size: |
75g |
Max Size: |
8in |