• Powder Brown Tang (Acanthurus japonicus) swimming in reef aquarium Quarantined Powder Brown Tang for sale from TSM Aquatics Reef-safe herbivore tang grazing algae in saltwater tank Healthy Powder Brown Tang with yellow highlights – reef-safe surgeonfish
  • Powder Brown Tang (Acanthurus japonicus) swimming in reef aquarium Quarantined Powder Brown Tang for sale from TSM Aquatics Reef-safe herbivore tang grazing algae in saltwater tank Healthy Powder Brown Tang with yellow highlights – reef-safe surgeonfish

Powder Brown Tang (Acanthurus japonicus)8/27(Pre-Order)

$149.99
$149.99
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DESCRIPTION:

Approximately 3-3.5”

Known for its bold brown body and distinct yellow highlights, the Powder Brown Tang is a beautiful and reliable algae grazer. Hardy and reef-safe, this fish is a great addition to community reef tanks. Each specimen undergoes a 30-day quarantine at TSM Aquatics’ facility in Pennsauken, NJ, ensuring they arrive healthy and ready to thrive.

  • Care Level: Moderate – best for intermediate reef keepers

  • Diet: Herbivore – eats nori, seaweed wafers, and algae-based flake foods

  • Temperament: Semi-aggressive – may defend territory against other tangs

  • Tank Size: 100 gallons or larger

  • Max Size: ~10 inches

  • Compatibility: Reef-safe – ideal with peaceful community fish, houses well with corals

  • Origin: Western Pacific Ocean

  • Notes: Requires ample swimming space and rock cover; secure lid recommended