Chocolate Mimic Tang (Acanthurus pyroferus)12/8(Pre-order)

Approximately 4” The Chocolate Mimic Tang is a fascinating reef-safe tang known for mimicking more aggressive surgeonfish during juvenile stages before displaying its chocolate-brown adult coloration. Each is fully quarantined for 30 days at TSM Aquatics in Pennsauken, NJ, ensuring they arrive healthy, algae-eating, and tank-ready. Care Level: Moderate – well-suited for intermediate reefers Diet: Herbivore – grazes algae and enjoys nori, seaweed wafers, and herbivore flakes Temperament: Peaceful to semi-aggressive – especially with other tangs Tank Size: 75 gallons or larger Max Size: ~8 inches Compatibility: Reef-safe – ideal for coral tanks; avoid aggressive tankmates Origin: Tropical Indo-Pacific Notes: Known as a mimic early in life; provide ample swimming space and secure lid to prevent jumping