Ctenochaetus striatus

Striated Surgeonfish

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This fish is from the Indo Pacific and may squabble with other Tangs and Dwarf angelfish Generally peaceful towards other tank mates. They need a spacious tank as it is an active swimmer, it is also sensitive to water quality issues and needs a well filtered, matured and aerated tank.

Min. Tank Size 300 litres

Size 26cm.

Sg 1.020 - 1.025

pH 8.2 - 8.4

Temp. 22-26°C

Water Hardness 8-12 °d

Stocking Ratio 1:1 M:F

Diet Omnivore This fish is generally herbivorous but will eat meaty foods offered to other tank mates. It should be allowed to graze on algaes around the tank and live rock as well as being supplemented with live foods, spirulina, dried seaweed and other vege-based foods.