Kole Tang
Ctenochaetus strigosus
Family : Acanthuridae
The Kole Tang is a peaceful herbivorous fish, ideal for reef aquariums. It is distinguished by its fine horizontal lines on the body and yellow eyes.
Description
The body is oval and laterally compressed, brown-green with light horizontal lines. The eyes are surrounded by a bright yellow ring. The caudal fin is crescent-shaped. It has a sharp caudal spine on each side of the tail. Juveniles have brighter coloration. In the aquarium, it is active and constantly swims in search of food. It is a gregarious fish that can live in groups in a large volume.
Habitat
Region :
Coral reefs and shallow rocky areas
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
Maintain a temperature of 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, and salinity 1.020-1.025. A minimum 300-liter aquarium is recommended for one specimen. It is herbivorous and should be fed algae (nori, spirulina) and vegetable-based preparations. Avoid aggressive tankmates; it gets along with peaceful fish. A setup with live rock and hiding places is appreciated. Water quality must be excellent with nitrates <20 mg/L and phosphates <0.1 mg/L. Good oxygenation and moderate flow are necessary.
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