Yellowfin Surgeonfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Yellowfin Surgeonfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: herbivore
• Minimum tank size: 180 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other large, robust fish. May be aggressive towards other surgeonfish, especially those of similar size or appearance. Best kept as the sole surgeonfish in a tank unless the tank is exceptionally large and offers ample hiding spaces.
• Special requirements: Requires a large tank with plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding. A strong protein skimmer and efficient filtration are essential due to their high waste production. Provide a varied diet of marine-based algae, spirulina, and high-quality flake or pellet foods. Regular feeding of nori or other seaweed is crucial for their health and to prevent head and lateral line erosion (HLLE).

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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