{"id":31040,"date":"2026-05-16T13:50:41","date_gmt":"2026-05-16T13:50:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/shop\/sem categoria\/convict-tang-acanthurus-triostegus\/"},"modified":"2026-05-16T13:50:47","modified_gmt":"2026-05-16T13:50:47","slug":"convict-tang-acanthurus-triostegus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/shop\/fish\/tang\/convict-tang-acanthurus-triostegus\/","title":{"rendered":"Convict Tang <br> (<em>Acanthurus triostegus<\/em>)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Convict Surgeonfish: Striped Beauty for Your Marine Aquarium<\/h2>\n<p><em>Bring the captivating patterns of the Indo-Pacific to your home with the distinct Convict Surgeonfish. An active and diligent grazer, this species is a must-have for maintaining a healthy reef environment.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Convict Surgeonfish, *Acanthurus triostegus*, is instantly recognizable by its pale body\u2014ranging from white to silvery-grey\u2014adorned with six bold black vertical stripes, including one through each eye. This laterally compressed, oval-shaped fish actively grazes on algae throughout the day. Like all surgeonfish, it possesses a sharp, retractable scalpel-like spine at the base of its tail, used for defense, which requires careful handling.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Care Level<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Considered an intermediate to moderate care level species, the Convict Surgeonfish is semi-aggressive, especially towards other tangs or fish of similar body shapes. It can be kept peacefully with diverse, non-aggressive tankmates and is generally reef-safe, making it an excellent addition to established marine setups.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Essentials<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A minimum aquarium size of 600 litres is recommended to provide ample swimming room and stable water conditions for this active species. Maintain water temperature between 22-28\u00b0C and a pH range of 8.1-8.4. Ensure plenty of live rock for grazing opportunities and hiding spots to reduce stress.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Diet<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As a true herbivore and an effective algae eater, the Convict Surgeonfish primarily grazes on filamentous and macroalgae. Supplement its diet with marine-based seaweed (like Nori) attached to a veggie clip, spirulina, and high-quality vegetable flakes. Offer small, frequent feedings throughout the day to support its active metabolism.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Buy From Us<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you buy Convict Surgeonfish online from us, you&#8217;re choosing healthy aquarium fish responsibly sourced and humanely shipped. We prioritize the well-being of every specimen, ensuring optimal acclimatization for your marine setup. Our commitment to quality means your new fish arrives vibrant and ready to thrive.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Scientific Name:<\/strong> Acanthurus triostegus<\/li>\n<li><strong>Common Name \/ Variant:<\/strong> Convict Surgeonfish<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maximum Size:<\/strong> 26 cm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Indo-Pacific Ocean<\/li>\n<li><strong>pH Range:<\/strong> 8.1\u20138.4<\/li>\n<li><strong>Temperature:<\/strong> 22\u201328\u00b0C<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifespan:<\/strong> 5\u20137 years<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swimming Zone:<\/strong> Mid\/Bottom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Add this striking, active algae grazer to your marine tank today!<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Convict Surgeonfish: Striped Beauty for Your Marine Aquarium Bring the captivating patterns of the Indo-Pacific to your home with the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2024,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[56,26],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-31040","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-tang","7":"product_cat-fish","9":"first","10":"instock","11":"taxable","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-variable"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/31040","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=31040"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2024"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=31040"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=31040"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=31040"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=31040"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}