Scopas

ThePuffLife · 07-05-2008, 11:38 PM

Anyone got some info on scopas tang? Same as any other tang? I like them and they cheap...

myerst22 · 07-07-2008, 06:44 PM

Also known as: Brown Tang, Two-Tone Sailfin Tang

Maximum Size: the Zebrasoma scopas grows up to 12 inches.

Diet: The Zebrasoma scopas is a herbivore and likes to eat Dried Seaweed (best), marine algae, mysid shrimp, Spirulina, Romaine Lettuce (blanched) , fresh seaweed, and other meaty treats.

Level of Care: The Brown Scopas Tang is a medium maintenance fish.

Behavior: The Brown Scopas Tang may act peacefully toward other fish.

Hardiness: This is a hardy fish.

Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78° F).

Range: Fiji, Sri Lanka.

General Notes: Less attractive and flashy than it`s related Zebrasoma cousins, the Zebrasoma scopas is an appearling utility fish to many knowledgeable aquarists. This fish is well known for it`s constant grazing abilities and will eat not only filamentous algae but often enjoys Valonia and Bryopsis as well. Like many tangs, the Scopas Tang maintains a territory and will defend it from similar fish. Keep only singly unless kept in a very large system.

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ThePuffLife · 07-07-2008, 07:36 PM

Thank you!

07-05-2008, 11:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
ThePuffLife Pistol Shrimp Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Staring at my Tank Posts: 252 View Gallery Karma Komment	Scopas Anyone got some info on scopas tang? Same as any other tang? I like them and they cheap...

07-07-2008, 06:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
myerst22 Midas Blenny Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Sag Harbor, NY Posts: 108 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Scopas Also known as: Brown Tang, Two-Tone Sailfin Tang Maximum Size: the Zebrasoma scopas grows up to 12 inches. Diet: The Zebrasoma scopas is a herbivore and likes to eat Dried Seaweed (best), marine algae, mysid shrimp, Spirulina, Romaine Lettuce (blanched) , fresh seaweed, and other meaty treats. Level of Care: The Brown Scopas Tang is a medium maintenance fish. Behavior: The Brown Scopas Tang may act peacefully toward other fish. Hardiness: This is a hardy fish. Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78° F). Range: Fiji, Sri Lanka. General Notes: Less attractive and flashy than it`s related Zebrasoma cousins, the Zebrasoma scopas is an appearling utility fish to many knowledgeable aquarists. This fish is well known for it`s constant grazing abilities and will eat not only filamentous algae but often enjoys Valonia and Bryopsis as well. Like many tangs, the Scopas Tang maintains a territory and will defend it from similar fish. Keep only singly unless kept in a very large system. http://www.marinedepotlive.com/ps_V....vendor%3d.html __________________ IF YOU SEE THE FISH IN MY AVATAR YOU NEED TO CONTACT ME ASAP!!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE!!!!! I believe in God, only I spell it Nature. Frank Lloyd Wright

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ThePuffLife Pistol Shrimp Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Staring at my Tank Posts: 252 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Scopas Thank you!

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