Black-Barred Zebra Tang

Some fish are seen more than others, reasons could be actual rarity, depth, political turmoil or even pirates among others! When that rare fish shows up, especially at QM, there is always pure excitement and today's arrival, the rare and beautiful, Black-Barred Zebra Tang (Acanthurus polyzona) is no exception. This surgeon is native to the Western Indian Ocean near Madagascar, Comoro Islands, Mauritius and the Reunion Islands. The Zebra Tang is a beautiful Tang with thick black barring and tribal tattoos on its face. They stay smaller than many other tangs, even other Acanthurus Tangs at a max observed size of 5 inches. This is definitely a grazing fish and will continue do well with regular algae in their diet. Be sure to include higher protein items like mysis in their diet as well.