• Whitetail Bristletooth Tang grazing algae in reef aquarium Quarantined Whitetail Bristletooth Tang for sale from TSM Aquatics Reef-safe herbivore tang with white tail in saltwater tank Healthy Whitetail Bristletooth Tang swimming over live rock
  • Whitetail Bristletooth Tang grazing algae in reef aquarium Quarantined Whitetail Bristletooth Tang for sale from TSM Aquatics Reef-safe herbivore tang with white tail in saltwater tank Healthy Whitetail Bristletooth Tang swimming over live rock

White Tail Bristletooth Tang (Ctenochaetus flavicauda)12/31 (Pre-order)

$399.99
$399.99
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DESCRIPTION:

Approximately 3-4”

Whitetail Bristletooth Tang (Ctenochaetus flavicauda) – Reef-Safe Algae Grazer with Bold Whitetail
This reef-safe surgeonfish features a striking white tail and excels at grazing diatoms and soft algae from live rock and sand. Each Tang completes a full 30‑day quarantine at TSM Aquatics to ensure healthy, tank-ready marine livestock.

  • Care Level: Easy to Moderate , beginner-friendly herbivore

  • Diet: Herbivore, grazes algae; thrives on nori, sea veggies, and algae-based pellets

  • Temperament: Peaceful, may be territorial with other bristletooth tangs

  • Tank Size: 75 gallons or larger

  • Max Size: ~6 inches

  • Compatibility: Reef-safe, excellent in coral setups with peaceful community fish

  • Origin: Tahiti

  • Notes: Ideal for algae control in reef tanks; secure lid recommended to prevent jumping

 This species can easily stress during shipping. This can be concerning but it is very typical to see this species laying down after shipping, this fish is very hardy and we recommend acclimating as usual.