{"product_id":"regal-blue-tang","title":"Regal Blue Tang","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eParacanthurus hepatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Regal Blue Tang, also known as the Blue Hippo Tang or Palette Surgeonfish, brings vivid blue colour, bold black markings, and a bright yellow tail to a spacious marine aquarium. This active, open-water swimmer adds movement throughout the day, while rockwork gives it places to retreat and settle at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful with unrelated fish; can be territorial with other tangs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally reef safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180 gallons or larger, with a generous swimming footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approximately 12 inches (30–31 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine omnivore, with a strong preference for plankton-like meaty foods plus algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium and behaviour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a mature, stable marine system with good oxygenation, strong circulation, open swimming room, and secure caves or crevices. Arrange rockwork so the fish can move around it freely rather than filling the entire swimming area. Plan the aquarium around its adult size, even when purchasing a small fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegal Blue Tangs may wedge into rockwork when startled or resting. Give a newly introduced fish time to settle and avoid crowding it with aggressive tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer small meals two or three times a day. A varied rotation of mysis, other suitable marine frozen foods, and quality marine pellets helps meet its meaty-food needs. Add marine algae or nori regularly for supplementary grazing. This species needs more than an algae-only diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single Regal Blue Tang is the simplest choice for most suitable home displays. Mixing multiple tangs requires ample space, careful introductions, and observation, especially when fish have similar body shapes. Provide enough feeding opportunities so it is not outcompeted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealthy, well-fed individuals are usually suitable for reef aquariums, although individual behaviour varies. Very small invertebrates may be sampled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a suitable quarantine and observation routine before adding any new marine fish to an established display. Surgeonfish have sharp defensive spines near the tail base, so handle with care and use equipment that reduces the chance of entanglement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Dawn Aquaculture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67735689986302,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0058\/6242\/4647\/files\/Regal-Blue-Tang_NDA.png?v=1792004636","url":"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/products\/regal-blue-tang","provider":"New Dawn Aquaculture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}