Red Sea Desjardini Sailfin Tang

Basics Scientific Name: Zebrasoma desjardini Family: Acanthuridae Origin: Red Sea, Maldives, Africa, Sri Lanka   Quick Facts Care Level: Moderate Temperament: Semi-aggressive Lifespan: 5-7 years, probably longer Reef Compatible: Yes Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 Maximum Size: 1'4" (16 inches) Diet: Herbivore Minimum Tank Size: 150 gallons   Overview The Red Sea Sailfin Tang, also commonly referred to as the Desjardini Tang, goes through a remarkable color change from a juvenile to an adult. Juveniles are white with striking black tiger stripes down their bodies and a yellow face and fins, while adults become speckled and darken in color and gain intricate yellow and orange streaks that accent the stripes that they've kept.  Like other tangs, they require live rock with plenty of algae to graze on, and should be given seaweed and other plant matter to eat. They may snack on meatier food as well but it shouldn't be their primary diet. They can