Lavender Tang (Acanthurus nigrofuscus) with lavender body and orange head spots Spot‑Cheeked Tang grazing on reef rock Brown surgeonfish with blue‑tinted fins in aquarium Indo‑Pacific Lavender Surgeonfish displaying characteristic tail spine Acanthurus nigrofuscus juveniles with orange facial blotches

Lavender Tang (Acanthurus nigrofuscus)

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$118.99
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Lavender Tang (Acanthurus nigrofuscus) with lavender body and orange head spots Spot‑Cheeked Tang grazing on reef rock Brown surgeonfish with blue‑tinted fins in aquarium Indo‑Pacific Lavender Surgeonfish displaying characteristic tail spine Acanthurus nigrofuscus juveniles with orange facial blotches
  • Lavender Tang (Acanthurus nigrofuscus) with lavender body and orange head spots Spot‑Cheeked Tang grazing on reef rock Brown surgeonfish with blue‑tinted fins in aquarium Indo‑Pacific Lavender Surgeonfish displaying characteristic tail spine Acanthurus nigrofuscus juveniles with orange facial blotches
  • Lavender Tang (Acanthurus nigrofuscus) with lavender body and orange head spots Spot‑Cheeked Tang grazing on reef rock Brown surgeonfish with blue‑tinted fins in aquarium Indo‑Pacific Lavender Surgeonfish displaying characteristic tail spine Acanthurus nigrofuscus juveniles with orange facial blotches
Lavender Tang (Acanthurus nigrofuscus)

Lavender Tang (Acanthurus nigrofuscus)

$118.99
$118.99 $169.99
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The Lavender Tang (Acanthurus nigrofuscus), also called the Brown or Spot‑Cheeked Surgeonfish, is a graceful and hardy tang with subtle lavender tones, orange facial spots, and elegant fin outlines. A true algal specialist, this surgeonfish excels at keeping algae in check and adds peaceful activity to reef environments.

Care Highlights:

  • Tank Size: Minimum 125 gallons to support its active swimming and grazing nature.

  • Diet: Herbivorous feeds primarily on benthic algae. Offer multiple feedings of marine seaweed (e.g., nori, spirulina) weekly to support diet, coloration, and health

  • Temperament: Semi‑aggressive and territorial toward other tangs; generally peaceful toward non‑tang tankmates.

  • Habitat Needs: Provide live rock for grazing and hiding spots; strong water flow mimics natural reef currents.

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