{"product_id":"mimic-half-black-tang","title":"Mimic Half Black Tang","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-is-intersecting=\"true\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-69f62412-7bf4-83ea-8fca-8f2f6e7933a7-5\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-144\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-69f62412-7bf4-83ea-8fca-8f2f6e7933a7-5\" data-turn-id=\"request-69f62412-7bf4-83ea-8fca-8f2f6e7933a7-5\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-turn-start-message=\"true\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"9f4dfb53-f16b-412a-aab9-f54a2f2e6166\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"28\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"1rshyym\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"28\" data-start=\"3\"\u003eMimic Half Black Tang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"388\" data-start=\"30\"\u003eAlso known as the Half Black Mimic Tang or Mimic Surgeonfish, this unique tang is famous for its ability to mimic dwarf angelfish coloration during its juvenile stage. Featuring a striking contrast of bright yellow and dark coloration, the Half Black Mimic Tang is both beautiful and highly functional, serving as an excellent algae grazer in reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"455\" data-start=\"390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"455\" data-start=\"390\"\u003e🟢 Quarantined (Minimum 2 Weeks) – Fully Conditioned \u0026amp; Eating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"460\" data-start=\"457\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"481\" data-start=\"462\" data-section-id=\"e78jsw\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"481\" data-start=\"466\"\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"691\" data-start=\"482\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"510\" data-start=\"482\" data-section-id=\"het09c\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"499\" data-start=\"484\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"547\" data-start=\"511\" data-section-id=\"j5sxm1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"529\" data-start=\"513\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"585\" data-start=\"548\" data-section-id=\"1hgvj7x\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"573\" data-start=\"550\"\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reef Safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"624\" data-start=\"586\" data-section-id=\"10084nn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"610\" data-start=\"588\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 125 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"691\" data-start=\"625\" data-section-id=\"1hnh1y3\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"636\" data-start=\"627\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ranging from approximately 5–10 inches at adult size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"696\" data-start=\"693\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"698\" data-section-id=\"1fltosg\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"702\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Husbandry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1076\" data-start=\"727\"\u003eHalf Black Mimic Tangs are active swimmers that require ample open swimming space along with mature rockwork for grazing and security. As juveniles, they display coloration that mimics certain dwarf angelfish species, helping them avoid predation in the wild. As they mature, their coloration gradually transitions into a more subdued adult pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1277\" data-start=\"1078\"\u003eLike most tangs, they spend much of their day grazing algae and biofilm from rockwork and aquarium surfaces. They thrive in stable reef systems with strong water movement and excellent water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1451\" data-start=\"1279\"\u003eWhile generally less aggressive than some tang species, they may become territorial toward other tangs or similarly shaped algae grazers, particularly in smaller aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1456\" data-start=\"1453\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1480\" data-start=\"1458\" data-section-id=\"amqhr2\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1480\" data-start=\"1462\"\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Diet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1530\" data-start=\"1481\"\u003ePrimarily herbivorous with omnivorous tendencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1566\" data-start=\"1532\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1564\" data-start=\"1532\"\u003eWhat We Feed at Lush Corals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1650\" data-start=\"1567\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1575\" data-start=\"1567\" data-section-id=\"1t1trf6\"\u003eNori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1599\" data-start=\"1576\" data-section-id=\"vj1e9u\"\u003eFrozen mysis shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1625\" data-start=\"1600\" data-section-id=\"1nvmn3d\"\u003eEnriched frozen foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1650\" data-start=\"1626\" data-section-id=\"eo7clt\"\u003eHigh-quality pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1652\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1673\" data-start=\"1652\"\u003eIn Your Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1737\" data-start=\"1676\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1698\" data-start=\"1676\" data-section-id=\"15z4ger\"\u003eNori or macroalgae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1720\" data-start=\"1699\" data-section-id=\"t6fmlh\"\u003eHerbivore pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1737\" data-start=\"1721\" data-section-id=\"5csf03\"\u003eFrozen foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1851\" data-start=\"1739\"\u003eFrequent feeding and access to algae-based foods help maintain body condition, coloration, and long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1856\" data-start=\"1853\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1885\" data-start=\"1858\" data-section-id=\"195hx6z\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1885\" data-start=\"1862\"\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1902\" data-start=\"1886\"\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1979\" data-start=\"1903\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1914\" data-start=\"1903\" data-section-id=\"lp9ygq\"\u003eWrasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1928\" data-start=\"1915\" data-section-id=\"1ujppb9\"\u003eClownfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1941\" data-start=\"1929\" data-section-id=\"108s64r\"\u003eFoxfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1955\" data-start=\"1942\" data-section-id=\"1y9388t\"\u003eAngelfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1979\" data-start=\"1956\" data-section-id=\"1gg1os1\"\u003eMost reef-safe fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1998\" data-start=\"1981\"\u003eUse caution with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2066\" data-start=\"1999\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2033\" data-start=\"1999\" data-section-id=\"v765ve\"\u003eOther tangs in smaller systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2066\" data-start=\"2034\" data-section-id=\"1md064r\"\u003eSimilar-shaped algae grazers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2157\" data-start=\"2068\"\u003eBest introduced into larger aquariums with ample swimming space and established rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2162\" data-start=\"2159\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2217\" data-start=\"2164\" data-section-id=\"rv0od0\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2217\" data-start=\"2168\"\u003eLush Corals Quarantine \u0026amp; 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