White Cheek Tang
White Cheek Tang
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Origin: Central Pacific
Size info:
Size L: approx. 4.5 - 5.5"
There once was a White Cheek Tang
Whose beauty left other fish in a pang
With a striking black and white hue
And a cool blue ring too
This fish is truly a sight to hang!
Keeping the White Cheek Tang (Acanthurus nigricans) in an Aquarium
The White Cheek Tang is a stunning fish that can make a great addition to a saltwater aquarium. Here are some important things to know about keeping this fish:
Tank Size
Make sure to provide plenty of swimming space for your White Cheek Tang. A 75-gallon tank or larger is recommended for this species.
Diet
White Cheek Tangs are herbivores and should be fed a varied diet that includes algae, seaweed, and other vegetable matter. You can supplement their diet with frozen or dried food specifically made for herbivores.
Compatibility
White Cheek Tangs are generally peaceful, but they can become territorial towards other tangs or fishes that resemble them. It's best to keep them with other peaceful species.
Cool Facts
- The White Cheek Tang gets its name from the white mark on its cheek, which contrasts with its dark body.
- They are known for their ability to graze on algae and keep it under control in the aquarium.
- White Cheek Tangs can live up to 30 years in the right conditions!
- These fish have sharp spines on their tails, which they use for defense.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
All livestock ordered between Monday and Sunday will ship out the following Tuesday or Wednesday. For example, livestock ordered between Monday the 1st and Sunday the 7th would ship out on Tuesday the 8th or Wednesday the 9th.
For the health and safety of our livestock we only ship on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. We’re unable to hold livestock longer than one week.
All livestock is part of our Arrive Alive + 72 Hour Guarantee. We must be notified within 72 hours of any issues or we will be unable to process your claim.
Livestock can be fragile. If your animal does not meet our standards at the time your shipment is being packed, we will notify you and give you a credit toward another piece of livestock. Our goal is to provide you with the healthiest livestock possible, and we’ll do our best to ensure it gets to you safely. Cash refunds are not available for livestock, only credit toward other livestock.
Local pick-up: Our online stocklist may be different than what’s available for in-store pickup. Please call 385-800-6711 for in-store availability. You may order livestock online for local pick-up, and your order will be ready for pick up the following Tuesday or Wednesday after it’s placed.
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