Ctenochaetus truncatus

Identification	Small, oval-bodied tang with a dark body covered in fine orange-yellow horizontal lines and spots. The eye is ringed in bright blue. Closely related to and often confused with the Kole Tang.
Maximum Length	Up to 5.5 inches (14 cm)
Origin	Indian Ocean — Maldives, Sri Lanka, East Africa
Minimum Tank Size	70 gallons
Reef Compatible	Yes — excellent

Behavior

A peaceful, active grazer that works tirelessly to clean film algae and detritus from rockwork and substrate. Hardy and adaptable. One of the better options for smaller reef systems that need algae control.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore and detritivore. Supplement with nori on a clip, spirulina, and marine-algae-based pellets. A healthy, varied diet helps maintain the vivid eye coloration.

Cautions

Avoid keeping multiple Ctenochaetus species together in smaller tanks.