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Description
Yellow Tang (4 to 5")
Care level
Beginner
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Reef safe
Yes
Typical for this species. Ask us if you're unsure.
Transform Your Tank with the Iconic Golden Gem of the Pacific
Looking for a bold, reef-safe classic that brings instant warmth and energy to your saltwater aquarium? The Yellow Tang (Zebrasoma flavescens) is one of the most beloved and recognizable marine specimens in the hobby, and sourcing a true specimen at 4 to 5 inches means you're getting a mature, robust, and fully colored individual at its absolute finest. Available exclusively at The Coral Boutique, this is not your average aquarium store Yellow Tang. These specimens are renowned for their deeper, richer gold coloration and superior hardiness, a difference any discerning reef keeper will notice immediately.
At 4 to 5 inches, this specimen is a fully grown, confident presence in any marine aquarium, past the vulnerability of juvenile stages and ready to claim its territory and settle into reef life with ease. The Yellow Tang is known for its bold, active personality, spending its days grazing across rockwork and open substrate with purposeful energy that keeps your tank feeling alive at all hours. A natural algae grazer, it serves a functional role in your reef ecosystem while doubling as your most eye-catching inhabitant. Hardy, reef-safe, and visually striking, it remains one of the most rewarding long-term additions any saltwater aquarium hobbyist can make, beginner or expert alike.
Quick Stats & Care Guide
Common Name: Yellow Tang Current Size: Adult (Approx. 4 to 5 inches) Care Level: Easy to Moderate (One of the most adaptable and forgiving reef-safe species available) Temperament: Semi-Aggressive (Territorial toward other tangs and similarly shaped species; thrives as the sole tang in smaller systems or in larger mixed-tang displays) Diet: Herbivore (Enthusiastically grazes on microalgae and readily accepts nori, spirulina-based foods, mysis shrimp, and high-quality frozen herbivore blends) Reef Safe: Yes (Completely safe with corals and invertebrates) Water Conditions: 72 to 78°F | dKH 8 to 12 | pH 8.1 to 8.4 | sg 1.020 to 1.025 | Tank Size: 75+ gallons with open swimming lanes and established live rock for grazing
Why Buy From The Coral Boutique?
At The Coral Boutique, we specialize in ethically sourced, healthy, and exceptionally rare saltwater aquarium specimens. When you purchase from us, you can rest assured that your new addition has been carefully quarantined, conditioned, and is eating well before it ever ships to your door. Hawaiian Yellow Tangs of this size and quality are increasingly hard to come by. We make sure every specimen we offer is in peak condition and ready to become the golden centerpiece of your reef.
Fish Health
Our fish are selected with appearance, behavior, and feeding response in mind before being listed. We aim to offer healthy, alert specimens for established saltwater systems.
Compatibility
Please confirm this fish is compatible with your tank size, current livestock, temperament needs, and reef goals before ordering. If you are unsure, contact us before checkout and we’ll help you choose responsibly.
Shipping & Pickup
Livestock ships Monday through Wednesday. We confirm a delivery day with you before your order goes out, and we will hold it if the weather is bad or an animal needs more time in quarantine.
Fish orders over $599 qualify for free shipping. Coral orders over $399 qualify for free shipping. Free same-day Miami pickup is available at 46 NW 36th St and is usually ready in 1–2 hours.
Live Arrival Guarantee
Eligible livestock orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee. Photograph the animal in its sealed bag before you open anything, then email that photo with your order number within two hours of delivery. Our team reviews every claim and gets you an answer within one business day. Failed delivery attempts, refused packages, or missed delivery windows may void coverage.
Acclimation
Acclimate fish carefully and introduce them into a stable, established saltwater aquarium. Match temperature and salinity slowly, keep lights low during introduction, and monitor behavior closely after release.
Photography
We photograph our fish in house to show their coloration and patterning as clearly as we can. Colors can look different under your own lights.
When a fish in our WYSIWYG collection has one in stock, the photo is the exact fish you receive. Other fish listings use a representative photo of the species and the quality you can expect. Every fish is carefully selected for health, coloration, and temperament before shipping.
SELECTED FOR ESTABLISHED SYSTEMS
Healthy Fish Start With Careful Selection.
Every fish is selected with color, behavior, and compatibility in mind. We focus on livestock that makes sense for real reef systems, not just impulse purchases.
If you have questions about temperament, tank size, or reef compatibility, contact us before ordering.
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How ordering and shipping work
Ship days, free shipping, the Live Arrival Guarantee and shipping protection in just over a minute.
Scheduled Shipping
Fish ship Monday through Wednesday only to avoid weekend delays.
Simple Claim Window
Sealed bag photo, emailed within 2 hours of delivery. Natural or white light.
Free Miami Pickup
Pick up locally from our NW 36th St showroom.
INTRODUCTION MATTERS
Give New Fish a Stable Start.
Successful fish introductions depend on stable water parameters, proper acclimation, compatible tankmates, and low-stress handling. Take your time, keep lights low, and observe behavior closely after release.
