{"product_id":"maculiceps-tang","title":"Maculiceps Tang (Acanthurus Maculiceps)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Facts\u003cbr\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black-Eared Tang\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility, Behavior, and Environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally peaceful but known to be somewhat territorial towards other tangs or similarly shaped fish, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaculiceps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tang thrives in a spacious tank with ample swimming room and plenty of live rock for grazing. It prefers a structured environment that mimics its natural reef habitat, providing both nourishment and shelter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA mature tank of at least 175 gallons is recommended to adequately support the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaculiceps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tang’s active lifestyle and need for space, as it generally is found in larger sizes. The aquarium should be well-equipped with live rock to encourage the tang’s natural grazing habits and to provide hiding spots to minimize stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-b0b3d597-7fff-83ea-d41d-a214a66c51b4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Size: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmd: 2-3\", \u003c\/span\u003eMd: 3-3.5\", Lg: 3.5-4.5\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e: Herbivore, with a strong preference for various types of algae. Supplemental feeding with high-quality seaweed and mixed meaty foods such as mysis shrimp are crucial as well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers a temperature range of 74-78°F, with a pH of 8.1-8.4 and a specific gravity of 1.022-1.025.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Western Pacific\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef-Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"REEFBEAUTIES","offers":[{"title":"Md, Limited","offer_id":49243229585637,"sku":"21443","price":221.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/3005\/0300\/files\/Tangs_Maculiceps_925bd44e-9195-4b89-a349-87b0aab68d9e.jpg?v=1735612811","url":"https:\/\/reefbeauties.com\/products\/maculiceps-tang","provider":"Reef Beauties","version":"1.0","type":"link"}