

Species Description…
Scientific Name: Acanthurus nigricans
Common Name: Whitecheek Tang or Gold-rimmed Tang
Species Group: Surgeonfish
Habitat: Reef Safe with Caution
Care Level: Advanced
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Diet Type: Herbivore
Role in Aquarium: Showpiece Fish
Max Fish Length: 8 (inches)
Min Aquarium Size: 125 (gallons)
Native Range: Indo-Pacific, including the Indian Ocean, Pacific Islands, and the Great Barrier Reef