Orange Shoulder Tang
The Acanthurus olivaceus, better known as the Orange Shoulder Tang, is found in the Western Pacific and around the Hawaiian Islands. This is one of the few Tangs that undergoes a radical change in coloration from juvenile to adult stages. The juvenile is almost solid yellow, while the adult is a two-toned blue/gray with an orange stripe at its "shoulder". Relatively peaceful, it will tolerate other types of Tangs, but should be the first one in the aquarium. It requires plenty of swimming room and will need to have its diet supplemented with fresh zucchini, broccoli and spinach. It is reported to eat filamentous algae and is reef safe, unless under fed.
Approximate arrival size for Orange Shoulder Tang:
Small: 1-2"; Medium: 2.5-3.5"; Large: 4-5"; X-Large: 5.25-6"
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