Convict Tang - Acanthurus triostegus Rabbitfish

Convict Tang - Acanthurus triostegus RabbitfishConvict Tang (Acanthurus triostegus) The Convict Tang is a striking marine surgeonfish recognised for its pale silver white body and bold black vertical bands. In the wild it is found across the Indo Pacific on shallow reefs and nearshore habitats, often grazing in groups over algae covered rock and coral areas. In aquaria it is an active, constantly moving herbivore that does best in a spacious, mature marine system with excellent water quality and

so it benefits from a mature aquarium with plenty of rockwork and hiding places

Incorporating an African Angelfish into your marine setup not only elevates its aesthetic appeal but also adds to the ecological diversity within your tank

Tricolour Fairy Wrasse or Lubbock’s Wrasse

in pairs or in small groups

excluding filaments on caudal fin

Specialist marine angelfish / Availability can vary depending on collection region

The Lineatus Wrasse

bright yellow tail and fine darker line patterning across the face and body

we would recommend allowing the anemone at least a few months to settle in the tank before introducing the fish

produces a heavy bioload and can be predatory towards smaller tankmates and invertebrates

but it can benefit from occasional target feeding

They can become especially aggressive towards other tangs