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General information – The Desjardinii Tang with its disk-shaped

appearance makes a wonderful addition to any marine aquarium.

Zebrasoma desjardinii inhabit lagoons, sheltered reefs and seaward

reefs down to a depth of 25-30 meters (about 100 feet).  With its close

relative Zebrasoma veliferum, the Zebrasoma desjardinii is the largest

Zebrasoma  tang. In nature, adults usually occur in pairs. Juveniles

solitary and commonly found among corals in lagoons or

protected reefs.      

Common Name - Desjardinii tang, Desjardin's sailfin tang, Red Sea

sailfin tang, and ndian sailfin surgeonfish.   

Scientific Name - Zebrasoma desjardinii      

Family - Acanthuridae 

Origin - Red Sea and Indian Ocean

Zebrasoma desjardinii (Desjardinii tang)
Photo by: Reuven moskovich

Size – Up to 40cm (15.7 inches) 

First discovered - Bennett, 1836 

Nutrition – Herbivore, in nature the Zebrasoma desjardinii feeds on marine algae. In our home tank

the Desjardinii tang will feed mainly on vegetable matter. Although they are herbivores they do need some

meaty foods as well. Algae (such as nori), prepared frozen formulas, containing algae or Spirulina are

essential for the Desjardinii tang. Frozen brine and mysis shrimp, krill and Artemia can be added

from time to time.   

Behavior - Peaceful 

Maintenance and care – The Zebrasoma desjardinii requires a large tank (125 gallon (473 liters)

minimum) with quite a lot of space and strong water movement, live rocks can be used as a shelter and

as food source, it also need highly oxygenated water.Desjardinii tang can be hardy once

properly acclimated.  

Water Parameters – Temperature: 22C-26C (72F-78F), PH: 8.1-8.4, Specific Gravity: 1.020-1.026 

Breeding – Not yet breed in captivity