Powder Brown Tang (Acanthurus japonicus)

Name: Powder Brown Tang (Acanthurus japonicus)
Brand: Aquamarine Aquaristic
SKU: 48634097434870
Price: 150.0 AUD
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About the Powder Brown Tang (Acanthurus japonicus)The Powder Brown Tang is an elegant and distinctive surgeonfish featuring a powder-brown body with a white throat and face, bright yellow dorsal and...

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About the Powder Brown Tang (Acanthurus japonicus)

The Powder Brown Tang is an elegant and distinctive surgeonfish featuring a powder-brown body with a white throat and face, bright yellow dorsal and anal fins, and a white tail with orange accents. This beautiful species brings subtle sophistication to reef aquariums with its unique coloration and graceful swimming behavior. Native to the Indo-Pacific, Powder Brown Tangs are prized for their peaceful temperament and excellent algae-grazing abilities.

Care Requirements

Tank Size: Minimum 300 litres (75 gallons), preferably 450+ litres for adults
Diet: Primarily herbivorous - requires marine algae, nori sheets, spirulina, and herbivore pellets. Supplement with occasional meaty foods
Water Parameters: Temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025
Swimming Space: Active swimmer requiring open areas and rockwork for grazing
Experience Level: Intermediate - requires stable water quality and proper acclimation

Tank Compatibility

Generally peaceful and reef-safe, though can be territorial toward other Acanthurus tangs, especially conspecifics. Best kept as the only Powder Brown unless tank is very large. Compatible with most peaceful to semi-aggressive species including clownfish, angelfish, wrasses, and other tang genera (Zebrasoma, Naso). May show aggression toward similar-looking brown tangs. Completely reef-safe and won't harm corals or invertebrates. Excellent algae grazer that helps control nuisance algae naturally.

Fun Facts

Possess retractable scalpel-like spines on tail base - handle with care
Color pattern is unique among tangs with distinctive white face and yellow fins
Can change color intensity based on mood and time of day
Often rest in caves at night, sometimes lying on their side
Can live 10-15 years in captivity with proper care
Native to the Western Pacific from Japan to Australia

Special Care Tips

Feeding: Feed 2-3 times daily with emphasis on algae-based foods. Use veggie clips for nori sheets
Acclimation: Can be sensitive to changes - use extended drip acclimation (60-90 minutes)
Disease Prevention: Susceptible to marine ich and lateral line erosion - maintain excellent water quality and varied diet
Quarantine: Highly recommended 2-4 week quarantine period before adding to display tank
Tank Maturity: Best added to established tanks (6+ months) with natural algae growth
Stress Reduction: Provide plenty of hiding spots and minimize disturbances during acclimation period
Water Quality: Sensitive to poor water quality - maintain low nitrates and stable parameters

Please be aware that variations exist within species, so your item may not precisely resemble the provided image. The size range of individual specimens is approximate and may vary. Any extraordinary fish size will be explicitly specified.