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Unicorn Tang
Scientific Name Naso unicornis 
Reef Compatible Yes 
Care Level Intermediate 
Disposition Peaceful 
Min. Tank Size 150 gallons 
Mature Size 27 inches 
Diet Omnivore 
Range Indo-Pacific, Red Sea, Africa, Hawaii, Australia 
Size Class
15
Curator's Note
Care should be taken when handling this fish as it’s caudal peduncle is a very sharp non-retractable razor that can inflict a deep and painful cut to the unsuspecting aquarist. The caudal peduncle and horn easily gets tangled in nets so care should be taken to not damage the fish when transferring it with a net.
Other Common Names
Bluespine Unicornfish
Description
The Unicorn Tang is best known for the long appendage that grows from it’s forehead. Normally non-aggressive toward tankmates, with the exception of other Unicorn Tangs, this fish is one of the largest of the Tangs and needs an especially large aquarium. The horn usually begins to show up when the fish reaches about 6 – 9 inches. Unicorn Tangs will spend their day picking at rockwork and occasionally sand in search for hair algae to eat.
Diet
In the wild, Tangs spend their entire day swimming around on the reef in search of marine algae and meaty bits of food they can find. It is recommended to feed dried marine algae (Nori), Spirulina Flakes, and frozen mysis shrimp. Tangs quite easily adjust to captive diets and will eventually eat flake and pellet foods as well. It is recommended to soak flake food in some type of vitamin supplement like Selcon or a garlic supplement in order to help the fish fight off any possible parasite infestation and offer balanced nutrition.
 
 
 
Item #   Description  
Price
 
Quantity
 
Stock Status
002611   Unicorn Tang , Small: over 2-2.5", Indo Pacific
 
$79.99
     
002613   Unicorn Tang , Medium: over 2.5-4.5", Indo Pacific
 
$119.99
     
002615   Unicorn Tang , Large: over 4.5-6.5", Indo Pacific
 
$199.99
     
002617   Unicorn Tang , X-Large: over 6.5-7.5", Indo Pacific
 
$299.99
     
002619   Unicorn Tang , XX-Large: over 7.5-8.5", Indo Pacific
 
$399.99
     
002621   Unicorn Tang , Show: over 8.5-10.5", Indo Pacific
 
$499.99
     
002623   Unicorn Tang , Jumbo: over 10.5, Indo Pacific
 
$749.99
     
 
 
* Due to availability and individuality of each species, colors and sizes may vary.
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