• Chocolate Mimic Tang Acanthurus pyroferus grazing algae in saltwater aquarium Quarantined Chocolate Mimic Tang for sale from TSM Aquatics Reef-safe herbivore tang with chocolate adult coloration Healthy juvenile chocolate mimic tang in reef tank
  • Chocolate Mimic Tang Acanthurus pyroferus grazing algae in saltwater aquarium Quarantined Chocolate Mimic Tang for sale from TSM Aquatics Reef-safe herbivore tang with chocolate adult coloration Healthy juvenile chocolate mimic tang in reef tank
  • Chocolate Mimic Tang Acanthurus pyroferus grazing algae in saltwater aquarium Quarantined Chocolate Mimic Tang for sale from TSM Aquatics Reef-safe herbivore tang with chocolate adult coloration Healthy juvenile chocolate mimic tang in reef tank

Chocolate Mimic Tang (Acanthurus pyroferus)6/25(Pre-order)

$149.99
$189.99
$149.99
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DESCRIPTION:

Small: 2.5-3"

The Chocolate Mimic Tang is a fascinating reef-safe tang known for mimicking more aggressive surgeonfish during juvenile stages before displaying its chocolate-brown adult coloration. Each is fully quarantined for 30 days at TSM Aquatics in Pennsauken, NJ, ensuring they arrive healthy, algae-eating, and tank-ready.

  • Care Level: Moderate – well-suited for intermediate reefers

  • Diet: Herbivore – grazes algae and enjoys nori, seaweed wafers, and herbivore flakes

  • Temperament: Peaceful to semi-aggressive – especially with other tangs

  • Tank Size: 75 gallons or larger

  • Max Size: ~8 inches

  • Compatibility: Reef-safe – ideal for coral tanks; avoid aggressive tankmates

  • Origin: Tropical Indo-Pacific

  • Notes: Known as a mimic early in life; provide ample swimming space and secure lid to prevent jumping