{"product_id":"scopas-tang-medium","title":"Scopas Tang (Medium)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScopas Tang (Medium)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransform Your Tank with an Underrated Tang That Surprises Everyone Who Looks Closely\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a hardy, reef-safe tang that earns a second look the longer you watch it? The Scopas Tang (\u003cem\u003eZebrasoma scopas\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most underappreciated species in the hobby — written off at first glance as simply \"brown,\" it reveals something far more interesting under quality reef lighting. Fine patterning of spots and lines covers the body, and blue and purple iridescence emerges across the surface in a way that shifts with the angle and the spectrum you run. At medium size it's in an ideal acquisition stage — established, eating well, and ready to acclimate smoothly into a new system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scopas is also one of the most practical tangs you can keep. It's an aggressive, efficient algae grazer that actively works the rockwork and glass, making it a functional and beautiful addition to any saltwater aquarium. Hardy, adaptable, and reef safe without exception, it's a low-drama, high-value tang that holds its own in any collection. Often overlooked — never regretted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Stats \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eScopas Tang \/ Brown Tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eZebrasoma scopas\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMedium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy to Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSemi-aggressive (territorial with other Zebrasoma tangs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePrimarily herbivorous — nori, algae, spirulina; supplement with mysis and pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e100 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTemp 74–80°F | Sal 1.020–1.025 | pH 8.1–8.4 | High flow | High oxygenation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From The Coral Boutique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery specimen we ship has been quarantined, conditioned, and eating before it leaves our facility. Tangs are susceptible to stress in transit — ours arrive acclimated and stable, ready to get to work in your reef from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Coral Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54113064059155,"sku":null,"price":85.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/3647\/2595\/files\/ScopasTangmedium.jpg?v=1777951824","url":"https:\/\/thecoralboutique.com\/products\/scopas-tang-medium","provider":"The Coral Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}