Overview
The Blue Hippo Tang (Paracanthurus hepatus) is a intermediate saltwater species known for its royal blue, yellow tail, black pattern coloration. Dory. Mid.
Origin & Appearance
Origin: Indo-Pacific.
Colors: Royal Blue, Yellow tail, Black pattern.
Body Shape: Moderately Compressed (oval-flat). Typical adult dimensions: 31.0 x 4.6 x 14.0.
Sexual Dimorphism: Minimal.
Tank & Water Requirements
| Min Tank Size | 125 gallons |
| Temperature | 75–82°F |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 |
| Water Hardness (GH) | dKH 8-12 |
| Bioload | high |
| Oxygen Demand | high |
| Plant Safe | yes |
| Aquarium Position | Mid |
Behavior & Activity
Active open-water swimmer; fast continuous cruising; darts into reef crevices when alarmed; needs swimming room
Speed: 65/100Aggression: 5/10diurnal
Breeding
Not bred at home; pelagic spawner
Common Diseases
💊 Marine ich (crypto)💊 very prone
Expert Notes
Dory; prone to ich; needs large tank