Can Royal Gramma Live With Blue Tang (Regal Tang)?
Royal Gramma and Blue Tang (Regal Tang) are compatible. Temperature overlap 75–80°F.
Conditions: Minimum 75 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Royal Gramma | Blue Tang (Regal Tang) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–80°F | 75–82°F | 75–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 | 8.1–8.4 | 8.1–8.4 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 3" | 12" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 75 gal | 75 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Royal Gramma + Blue Tang (Regal Tang)
To keep Royal Gramma and Blue Tang (Regal Tang) together, you need at minimum a 75 gallon tank. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Royal Gramma
Gramma loreto
The royal gramma is one of the most stunning and beginner-friendly saltwater fish. Its front half is vivid purple transitioning to bright yellow on the back — a color combination unmatched in the marine world. They are hardy, disease-resistant, reef-safe, and stay small. Often considered one of the top 3 beginner saltwater fish alongside clownfish and firefish.
Full care guide →Blue Tang (Regal Tang)
Paracanthurus hepatus
The blue tang — Dory from Finding Nemo — is one of the most recognizable marine fish with its vivid royal blue body, black palette marking, and yellow tail. While stunning, they grow large (up to 12 inches), are highly susceptible to ich, and need tanks of 75+ gallons. They are not beginner fish despite their popularity following the movies.
Full care guide →