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The TANG - GEM Zebrasoma gemmatum showcases a striking contrast with its dark body adorned by white spots. Its oval shape and vibrant yellow tail enhance its grace as it swims near the rocky underwater terrain.
Turquoise background with text: ALL SALTWATER FISH, INCLUDING ANGEL - YELLOWTAIL CREAM APOLEMICHTHYS XANTHURUS, HAVE COMPLETED OUR PROPRIETARY 28-DAY QUARANTINE & CONDITIONING PROCEDURE. Buy with confidence! Subtle starfish graphic in the background.
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TANG – GEM Zebrasoma gemmatum

$499.99 – $899.99

The Gem Tang, also known as the Gemmatum Tang, is native to the western Indian Ocean off the coast of Mozambique, South Africa and the islands of Mauritius and Madagascar. The Gem tang has a dark body with many vibrant white spots reminiscent of the galaxy, and a pair of yellow pectoral fins that add an accent pop of color. A prized fish in the hobby, this tang is found in deeper water and surge zones making collection very difficult. As a result, the Gem tang has a high price tag. An adult Gem tang can reach a size of approximately 8″.

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Description

Care Level: Moderate

Temperament: Semi-Aggressive

Reef Compatible: Yes

General Description: The Gem Tang, also known as the Gemmatum Tang, is native to the western Indian Ocean off the coast of Mozambique, South Africa and the islands of Mauritius and Madagascar. The Gem tang has a dark body with many vibrant white spots reminiscent of the galaxy, and a pair of yellow pectoral fins that add an accent pop of color. A prized fish in the hobby, this tang is found in deeper water and surge zones making collection very difficult. As a result, the Gem tang has a high price tag. An adult Gem tang can reach a size of approximately 8″.

Diet Requirements: In the wild tangs are primarily herbivorous. A diet largely consisting of algae-based foods is absolutely necessary to maintain optimal health, coloration, immune function, and reduce aggression. If not, tangs often develop head and lateral line erosion from such deficiencies. Vegetable based flake foods or frozen foods, that may also include spirulina algae, are excellent options. We also recommend offering dried seaweed on a rock or clip three times a week minimum. Gem tangs will consume various other protein-based frozen foods.

Care Requirements: An established minimum 125 gallon aquarium with 18+ inch width is ideal. Smaller specimens can be temporarily raised in smaller quarters (no less than 75 gallons) as long as it is upgraded accordingly. This tang enjoys a variety of rock work and crevices to take refuge, but also should be provided with open swimming space. Gem tangs are often sought after to add to a reef aquarium for not only their appearance, but their natural tendency to graze upon algae build up. Typically, Zebrasoma species are semi-aggressive and territorial in nature. If you are looking to avoid potential rough-housing with other tank-mates, it can help to introduce this fish last. Additionally, Zebrasoma often conflict with conspecifics (including other species within the genus) or fish that have a similar body shape. If you want to house multiple types of tangs together, it is best to add them all at once, or closely together at the very least, for the best success. Recommended water conditions, 72-78° F, KH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025.

Purchase Size: Medium: 2-1/2″ to 3-3/4″; Large: 3-3/4” to 5”

Note: Your item may not look identical to the image provided due to variation within species. Purchase sizes are approximate.

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Dry goods orders are shipped via US Postal Service or UPS to the address provided at checkout based on the selection made in your website shopping cart. Product is carefully packed to help prevent any damage during shipping. Once processed you will receive a shipment notification via email with tracking number, and delivery notification. Please allow 48 hours for processing after your order is placed.

Perishable items (i.e. live plants, refrigerated/frozen foods) are shipped via US Postal Service 2-3 day to the address provided at checkout for a $25.00 flat rate charge. Items are packed with secure packing material and heat, cold, or Cryo packs as needed to maintain safe temperatures during transit. If one or more perishable items are in the shopping cart at checkout the $25.00 perishable shipping charge will automatically appear and need to be selected. Once processed you will receive a shipment notification via email with tracking number. Please allow 48 hours for processing after your order is placed.

Livestock (i.e. fish, invertebrates, coral) are shipped via UPS Overnight to the address provided at checkout for a $55.00 flat rate charge. Livestock is packed in insulated styrofoam boxes with secure packing material and heat, cold, or Cryo packs as needed to maintain safe temperatures during transit. If one or more livestock items are in the shopping cart at checkout the $55.00 livestock shipping charge will automatically appear and need to be selected. Livestock is shipped Monday through Wednesday ONLY (no weekend delivery is available) weather permitting, and we reserve the right to delay shipping until conditions are appropriate for safe arrival. Once your order is placed we will contact you to arrange the best shipping date based on these criteria. Someone must be available to receive the livestock order on the first delivery attempt. Once processed you will receive a shipment notification via email with tracking number. Please allow 48 hours for processing after your order is placed.

For mixed dry goods/perishable & livestock orders items will be shipped via their corresponding shipping methods outlined above. Dry goods will be shipped via US Postal Service or UPS based on your selection and checkout, while livestock will ship via UPS Overnight for a $55.00 flat rate charge. You will receive separate notifications and tracking numbers for the dry goods and livestock. Please note due to different carriers and shipping methods dry goods and livestock may arrive on different days.

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