Convict Tang

Convict Tang

A peaceful schooling tang with bold vertical striping. One of the more docile tang species, making it easier to integrate into reef systems.

🟢 Quarantined (Minimum 2 Weeks) – Fully Conditioned & Eating

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Moderate
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons
• Size: Ranging from approximately 6–10 inches at adult size

Behavior & Husbandry

Convict Tangs are active swimmers that prefer open space. They are less aggressive than most tangs and can sometimes be kept in groups in very large systems.

Feeding & Diet

Herbivorous.

What We Feed at Lush Corals:

• Nori
• Pellets

In Your Aquarium:

• Nori
• Herbivore pellets

Compatibility Notes

One of the most peaceful tangs.

Lush Corals Quarantine & Conditioning Process

This fish has completed our full quarantine and conditioning protocol (minimum 2 weeks) prior to being made available.

During this process, each fish is:

• Carefully observed and stabilized
• Proactively treated and monitored
• Conditioned onto prepared foods
• Verified to be actively eating and thriving

This extended process significantly reduces stress and increases long-term success, ensuring you receive a fish that is healthy, stable, and truly ready for your reef.

We don’t rush fish to market—every quarantined fish we offer has been given the time it needs to succeed in your aquarium.