Can I put a yellow tang in a 55 gallon tank? – Animal Shelters

Can I put a yellow tang in a 55 gallon tank?

It’s your tank and you will do what you do, but I would highly advise against getting a Yellow Tang given the relatively short time with which it would do well in a 55 gallon.

What size tank is needed for yellow tang?

Yellow Tang Habitat and Care Yellow tang need plenty of space (tanks should be over 50 gallons) and to explore every part of the tank.

Is a 75 gallon tank big enough for a yellow tang?

The rc recomendation for a yellow tang is a 5 foot 100g tank at least. Let other people worry about their own fish and their own tanks. I say go for it. I will say (and be flamed) I got one as a baby and had him in a 4 foot 75 gallon for 8 years.

Can a yellow tang live in a 20 gallon tank?

if that fish stays in a 20 gallon it will die due to stress, it has nothing to do with room to grow, it deals with room to swim and space needed for the fish to feel comfortable.

What tangs can live in a 55 gallon tank?

Well-Known Member. Blue tang, yellow tang, kole tang. All would be fine in a 55.

How big of a tank does a yellow tang need?

Yellow Tang Habitat and Care Yellow tang need plenty of space (tanks should be over 50 gallons) and to explore every part of the tank. It is a hardy, strong fish and is fairly easy to care for.

Can you put a blue tang in a 55 gallon tank?

Yes, plenty of people have kept young blue tangs in 55 gallon tanks, and yes, they can get very large, as will pretty much all of the tangs.

What is the minimum tank size for a Tang?

Smallest Tang SpeciesSize as Fully-grown AdultMinimum Tank SizeYellow tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340.7 liters)Convict Tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340.7 liters)Mimic tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340 liters)4 more rowsx26bull;19-Dec-2021

Can a yellow tang live in a 55 gallon tank?

if that fish stays in a 20 gallon it will die due to stress, it has nothing to do with room to grow, it deals with room to swim and space needed for the fish to feel comfortable.

Can a yellow tang live in a 10 gallon tank?

It’s your tank and you will do what you do, but I would highly advise against getting a Yellow Tang given the relatively short time with which it would do well in a 55 gallon.

How big of a tank do you need for Tang?

Definitely not a good idea. Tangs need room to swim and often small specimens can be purchased, but in good conditions and proper feeding they will grow fast. A 10g is far to small for any tang.

How many yellow tangs are in a 75 gallon tank?

5 tangs

What size tank do you need for a yellow tang?

Yellow Tang Habitat and Care Yellow tang need plenty of space (tanks should be over 50 gallons) and to explore every part of the tank. It is a hardy, strong fish and is fairly easy to care for.

Can you put a blue tang in a 75 gallon tank?

Please note that the recommended tank size for a blue hippo tang by reef central is 240 gallons, 8 feet lengthwise. A 75 is ~1/3 that volume and 1/2 that length, so it’s not even in the ballpark

How big of a tank do you need for a Tang?

Smallest Tang SpeciesSize as Fully-grown AdultMinimum Tank SizeYellow tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340.7 liters)Convict Tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340.7 liters)Mimic tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340 liters)4 more rowsx26bull;19-Dec-2021

Can you keep a yellow tang in a 20 gallon tank?

If it’s that small, it should be just fine in a 20 for a little while. When I started out I had a 20 gallon and got a 1.5 convict tang.

Can you put a tang in a 20 gallon tank?

I’ve seen people put baby Tangs into 30 gallons and even 20 gallons. I geuss if you really meet their needs you could get away with it for a little.

What is the minimum tank size for a yellow tang?

FamilyAcanthuridaeMinimum Tank Size55 gallonsDietDried and frozen herbivore foodBreedingGroup spawnerCareEasy to moderate3 more rowsx26bull;21-Mar-2022

What saltwater fish can go in a 55 gallon tank?

Dwarf Angelfish (1)Cherub/PygmyFlamebackBlenny (1)TailspotTwo spotCardinals (1)BanggaiLong spineCleaner gobies (1 or pair)NeonYellow lineClownfish (1-2)SpotinctusMaroon13 more rows

Can you keep a yellow tang in 55 gallon?

It’s your tank and you will do what you do, but I would highly advise against getting a Yellow Tang given the relatively short time with which it would do well in a 55 gallon.

How many gallons does a yellow tang hold?

Smallest Tang SpeciesSize as Fully-grown AdultMinimum Tank SizeYellow tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340.7 liters)Convict Tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340.7 liters)Mimic tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340 liters)4 more rowsx26bull;19-Dec-2021

What Tang can go in a 55 gallon tank?

Well-Known Member. Blue tang, yellow tang, kole tang. All would be fine in a 55.

What size tank do you need for a blue tang?

100 gallons

Why is an aquarium not suitable for a regal blue tang?

Smallest Tang SpeciesSize as Fully-grown AdultMinimum Tank SizeYellow tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340.7 liters)Convict Tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340.7 liters)Mimic tang8-inches (20.3 cm)90-gallons (340 liters)4 more rowsx26bull;19-Dec-2021

How much room does a tang need?

FamilyAcanthuridaeMinimum Tank Size55 gallonsDietDried and frozen herbivore foodBreedingGroup spawnerCareEasy to moderate3 more rowsx26bull;21-Mar-2022