Blue Hippo Tang (Paracanthurus hepatus), Palette Surgeonfish, Regal Tang, Hepatus
This is the Blue Hippo Tang (Paracanthurus hepatus). Blue Hippo Tangs differ from Blue Tangs (Paracanthurus hepatus) by their deep blue coloration. If you seek wisdom this fish is wise! Deep electric blue rotund body, deep black markings, and a yellow flag tail. Blue Hippo Tang has a rotund body from the Blue Tang. This fish prefers to hide, adding ornaments and decors would be a wise decision. Paracanthurus have teeth that are small and described as incisor-like.
Adults can reach: 12 in
Usually the same species can be housed in the same aquarium. Feeding aquarium animals may or may not eat the first day. Feed fish in increments until full. Complete water changes every week.
Blue Hippo Tang (Paracanthurus hepatus)
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