The Yellow Belly Blue Tang is a beautiful regional variant of the standard Blue Tang, reaching a Max Size of 30 cm. Native primarily to the Indian Ocean, this fish possesses all the classic blue and black markings but features a bright yellow belly that extends from the throat to the tail. As they mature, the yellow becomes more pronounced and vivid. Their care requirements are identical to the standard Blue Tang, requiring plenty of swimming space and a varied diet of both meaty planktonic foods and marine-based algae.
| Feature |
Specification |
| Scientific Name |
Paracanthurus hepatus |
| Max Size |
30 cm |
| Colour |
Blue with black markings and yellow belly/tail. |
| Shape |
Compressed, oval. |
| Location |
Indian Ocean / Mauritius. |
| Diet |
Omnivore (Plankton/Algae). |
| Water Temp |
24°C – 28°C. |
| Temperament |
Peaceful to Semi-aggressive. |
| Aquarium Size |
380 – 450 Litres. |
| Reef Safe? |
Yes. |