Scopas Tang
Zebrasoma scopas
What you need to keep a Scopas Tang
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Seachem Reef Carbonate
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Seachem Ammonia Alert
R267
Seachem Reef Iron
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Seachem Reef Phosphorus
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pH
8–8.4
Temperature
24–27 °C
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
This peaceful and hardy Zebrasoma tang varies in color from dark brown to yellow-brown and is an efficient algae grazer. It's a great choice for beginner aquarists looking for a tang.
Key traits
Care guide
Keeping Scopas Tang healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Scopas Tang's adult size and activity level. Use robust décor and sight breaks so each fish can hold its own space.
Water parameters
Keep pH 8–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Herbivore. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Semi-aggressive. Watch it at feeding time and at lights-out to see its real temperament in your tank.
Tankmates
Choose robust tankmates of similar size, and nothing small enough to be eaten. Add Scopas Tang last so territories reset.
Breeding
Breeding success with Scopas Tang depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
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