{"product_id":"gold-ring-spotted-bristletooth-tang-1","title":"Gold-Ring Spotted Bristletooth Tang","description":"A great \u003cstrong\u003eGold-Ring Spotted Bristletooth Tang\u003c\/strong\u003e!\u003cbr\u003e\n            Origin: Africa \/ Red Sea\u003cbr\u003e\n            \u003cbr\u003e\n            Size info:\u003cbr\u003e\n        Size SM: approx. 1.75 - 2.75\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThere once was a Gold-Ring Spotted Bristletooth Tang,\u003cbr\u003e\nWith a body like a disc and a tail like a pang.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's a great algae eater,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd it sure is a bonafide pleader,\u003cbr\u003e\nFor a spot in your tank, oh what a rang!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWith its beautiful gold ring,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd a taste for seaweed or anything,\u003cbr\u003e\nIt really is a must-have,\u003cbr\u003e\nFor any aquarist who's brave,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd wants a vibrant fish, that can really zing!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSo if you want a tang that's bright,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd can clean up your tank with delight,\u003cbr\u003e\nGet a Ctenochaetus truncatus,\u003cbr\u003e\nIt really is a must-have in your mix,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd will bring color and life to your sight!\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKeeping Gold-Ring Spotted Bristletooth Tang in an Aquarium\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gold-Ring Spotted Bristletooth Tang, also known as Ctenochaetus truncatus, is a popular saltwater aquarium fish. They are relatively easy to care for and can be a great addition to a reef or community tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gold-Ring Spotted Bristletooth Tang has a unique and striking appearance. They have a bright yellow body with black spots and a vibrant blue ring around their eyes. They also have a bristle-like feature on their face, which is used to scrape algae off of rocks and other surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBehavior\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCtenochaetus truncatus is a peaceful fish that gets along well with other species. They are active swimmers and enjoy having plenty of space to explore. They are also known for their algae-eating abilities and can help keep a tank clean and healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, Gold-Ring Spotted Bristletooth Tangs primarily feed on algae. In an aquarium, they should be fed a diet that includes plenty of seaweed and other plant-based foods. They may also accept small amounts of meaty foods such as brine shrimp or mysis shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGold-Ring Spotted Bristletooth Tangs require a tank with plenty of swimming space and hiding places. They prefer a tank with live rock and plenty of algae growth. The ideal water temperature for these fish is between 72 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit, with a pH between 8.1 and 8.4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCoolest Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Gold-Ring Spotted Bristletooth Tang is also known as the Kole Tang or Yellow-Eye Tang.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThey are native to the Pacific Ocean, from Hawaii to Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThese fish can live up to 10 years in captivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGold-Ring Spotted Bristletooth Tangs are known for their ability to eat hair algae, which can be a problem in many reef tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThey are active swimmers and can be quite entertaining to watch as they explore their environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"qm","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":42970871136425,"sku":"QM-1315554-S","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SM","offer_id":42970871201961,"sku":"QM-1315554-SM","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"M","offer_id":42970871234729,"sku":"QM-1315554-M","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/3163\/7078\/products\/ctenochaetus-truncatus.jpg?v=1678844702","url":"https:\/\/coralscoral.com\/products\/gold-ring-spotted-bristletooth-tang-1","provider":"Coral's Coral","version":"1.0","type":"link"}