Fishician®Diet
Herbivore – nori sheets, algae-based pellets, marine algae, occasional mysis
Aquarium species profile
Sailfin Tang
Zebrasoma veliferum / Z. desjardinii · Indo-Pacific / Red Sea and Indian Ocean
Minimum tank180 gal
Adult size15"
Care levelModerate
TemperamentSemi-Aggressive
Temperature72–82°F
pH range8.1–8.4
Compatible tank mates
Most reef fish; not other Zebrasoma tangs in smaller tanks
Tank mates to avoid
Other Zebrasoma tangs, similar shapes
Care notes
Massive sail-like dorsal and anal fins. Hardy once established. Dramatic display when fins are erect. Needs significant swimming space.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.