Silver spot Tang

Scientific Name: Ctenochaetus strigosus

Origin: Central Pacific (Hawaii)

Small Fish Safe: Yes

Invert Safe: Yes

Coral Safe: Yes

Adult Size: 17 cm

Diet: Nori, marine algae sheets, frozen mysis, enriched brine shrimp, herbivore pellets

Why we like it:

One of the best algae-grazing tangs for reef systems. Constantly picking at film algae and detritus, helping keep rockwork clean while staying a manageable size compared to larger tang species.