Flame Fin Tang

Flame Fin Tang

Ctenochaetus tominiensis

Identification Brown to olive body adorned with fine blue-orange horizontal lines. The dorsal and anal fins are tipped in vivid orange-yellow, and the tail has electric blue highlights — an eye-catching contrast against the muted body.
Maximum Length Up to 6 inches (15 cm)
Origin Western Pacific — Indonesia, Philippines, Solomon Islands
Minimum Tank Size 70 gallons
Reef Compatible Yes — one of the best tang choices for reef tanks

Behavior

Also called the Tomini Tang, this is one of the most reef-friendly and manageable tangs available. Peaceful toward tank mates and effective at grazing hair algae. Small enough for moderate-sized reef systems. An excellent algae controller.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore and detritivore. Grazes continuously on film algae, hair algae, and detritus. Supplement with nori, spirulina, and algae-based pellets. One of the most effective biological hair algae controls in the hobby.