Lieutenant Tang

Lieutenant Tang

A large and impressive tang known for its bold patterning and distinctive markings, the Lieutenant Tang develops striking coloration as it matures. A great choice for hobbyists with large systems looking for an active, standout grazer.

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

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Moderate
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons
• • Size: Ranging from approximately 4–6 inches (juvenile) to 14 inches (adult)

Behavior & Husbandry

Lieutenant Tangs are active swimmers that require significant open space along with rockwork for grazing. As they mature, they become more assertive and may show territorial behavior toward other tangs.

They are best suited for large, well-established aquariums with stable water conditions.

Feeding & Diet

Herbivorous and requires consistent feeding.

What We Feed at Lush Corals:

• Nori
• Frozen foods
• Pellets

In Your Aquarium:

• Nori or algae sheets
• Herbivore pellets
• Frozen foods

A varied diet helps maintain coloration and overall health.

Compatibility Notes

Best with:

• Larger reef fish
• Wrasses
• Clownfish

Use caution when mixing with other tangs unless the tank is large and carefully planned.

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.