Spotted Sawtail Tang Prionurus punctatus

Spotted Sawtail Tang Stats, Sizing, and Information

  The Spotted Sawtail Tang hails from the Indo-Pacific region. It is a subtropical saltwater fish found on rocky outcroppings and among local reefs. They come standard with a grey body, black stripes, two vertical stripes at or near their gills, and a yellow caudal fin. They can reach a maximum length of 16 inches and do very well in reef tanks of at least 180 gallons. In most scenarios, turbulent water with high amounts of oxygen is ideal for this tang. Their diet should consist of omnivorous preparation, including mysis shrimp, omnivorous foods, and nori.    

Sawtail Tang Care Facts and Stats

 

• Difficulty Level: Moderate
• Behavior: Peaceful
• Diet: Omnivorous
• Reef Safe: Yes
• Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons
• Max Recommended Tank size: Any size above 180 g
• Max Size: 16 inches (rare in most cases
• Scientific Name: Prionurus punctatus
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• Ideal Tank Mates: Reef Safe fish like anthias, blennies, gobies, clownfish, and other fish of the same species

 

Average Purchase Size

 

• Small: 1.25 to 1.75 inches
• Medium: 1.75 to 2.75 inches
• LLarge: 2.75 to 3.75 inches
• Show Size to Jumbo: 11 to 13 inches (rare to come across)