{"id":35001,"date":"2026-06-10T14:28:03","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T14:28:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/shop\/sem%20categoria\/royal-blue-tang-paracanthurus-hepatus\/"},"modified":"2026-06-29T20:36:57","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T20:36:57","slug":"royal-blue-tang-paracanthurus-hepatus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"http:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/shop\/fish\/tang\/royal-blue-tang-paracanthurus-hepatus\/","title":{"rendered":"Royal Blue Tang <br> (<em>Paracanthurus hepatus<\/em>)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Blue Tang: Dory&#8217;s Charm for Your Marine Aquarium<\/h2>\n<p><em>Bring the vibrant allure of the Indo-Pacific reef to your home with the iconic Blue Tang. Known for its dazzling colour and graceful movements, this active fish adds dynamic beauty.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Blue Tang (*Paracanthurus hepatus*) boasts a striking royal blue body, a distinct black &#8220;palette&#8221; marking stretching from its eye towards its yellow caudal fin. As they mature, their body coloration deepens, transforming from a bright yellow juvenile hue to the deep blue adults are famous for. These active swimmers will gracefully navigate your tank, occasionally seeking shelter among live rock structures.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Care Level<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Considered a moderate to advanced care fish, the Blue Tang thrives in a well-established marine environment. They are generally peaceful with most tankmates but can exhibit territorial behavior towards other tangs, particularly those of similar shape or species. Ensure compatible companions for a harmonious community.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Essentials<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A minimum tank size of 380 litres (100 gallons) is recommended for a single adult Blue Tang, with larger aquariums (680+ litres \/ 180+ gallons) highly preferred due to their active swimming nature and adult size. Maintain stable water parameters: pH 8.1-8.4, and a temperature range of 24-28\u00b0C (75-82\u00b0F).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Diet<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Blue Tangs are primarily herbivorous, grazing on filamentous algae in their natural habitat. Supplement their diet with high-quality marine-based flakes, pellets, and essential dried seaweed or algae sheets offered multiple times daily. This diverse diet is crucial for maintaining their immune system and vibrant coloration.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Buy From Us<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you buy Blue Tang online from us, you&#8217;re investing in healthy aquarium fish nurtured for optimal well-being. We prioritize ethical sourcing and responsible shipping practices, ensuring your new companion arrives safely and ready to thrive. Our commitment to quality helps you establish a flourishing marine ecosystem.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Scientific Name:<\/strong> *Paracanthurus hepatus*<\/li>\n<li><strong>Common Name \/ Variant:<\/strong> Blue Tang \/ Palette Surgeonfish<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maximum Size:<\/strong> 30 cm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Indo-Pacific<\/li>\n<li><strong>pH Range:<\/strong> 8.1\u20138.4<\/li>\n<li><strong>Temperature:<\/strong> 24\u201328\u00b0C<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifespan:<\/strong> 8\u201320 years<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swimming Zone:<\/strong> Mid | Bottom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Add this captivating Blue Tang to your marine tank today!<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Blue Tang: Dory&#8217;s Charm for Your Marine Aquarium Bring the vibrant allure of the Indo-Pacific reef to your home with [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":48586,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[56,26],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-35001","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-tang","product_cat-fish","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-variable"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/35001","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=35001"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/48586"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=35001"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=35001"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=35001"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=35001"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}