🐟 Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma veliferum)
Marine Surgeonfish • Large Reef Grazer • Algae Control Specialist • Reef Aquarium Fish
 
📋 The Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma veliferum) is a striking surgeonfish known for its dramatic sail-like dorsal fin and bold vertical striping.
In reef aquariums, it functions as a Powerful Algae-Grazing Specialist, actively consuming nuisance algae and contributing to natural reef balance.
Its tall fin profile and constant cruising behavior make it a commanding presence in large marine systems.
With proper space and stable parameters, it thrives as a Showpiece Large Reef Tang in established saltwater aquariums.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Impressive Sail-Like Fins: Expansive dorsal and anal fins
🐟 Active Reef Grazer: Excellent algae control
🌊 Large Open-Water Swimmer: Requires ample swimming space
🧠 Bold Yet Manageable: Can be territorial toward similar tangs
🏠 Reef-Safe Surgeonfish: Safe with corals and invertebrates