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Blue Eyed Tang (Ctenochaetus binotatus)

The Blue Eyed Tang, also known as the Two-Spot Bristletooth Tang, is a unique member of the Ctenochaetus genus, distinguished by its vibrant blue eyes and subtle, earth-toned body coloration with fine spotting. As a specialized detritivore and algae grazer, this tang plays a crucial role in maintaining a clean and balanced aquarium environment by constantly foraging on diatoms, film algae, and detritus.

Compared to other tangs, the Blue Eyed Tang has a relatively peaceful temperament, making it an excellent choice for reef and community aquariums. Its bristle-like teeth are adapted for scraping algae from rocks and glass, making it especially valuable in systems prone to nuisance algae growth.

Husbandry Tips:

• Acclimation: Requires a 75-gallon minimum tank, though larger setups are recommended for long-term health.
• Feeding: Primarily herbivorous; thrives on marine algae, nori, spirulina, and high-quality herbivore pellets, supplemented with meaty foods on occasion.
• Tank Mates: Generally peaceful, but may show mild aggression toward other tangs, especially those from the same genus (Ctenochaetus).
• Water Quality: Prefers high oxygen levels, strong water flow, and stable parameters to support its active foraging behavior.

Retail Appeal:

• Efficient algae grazer, making it a great addition for maintaining a clean aquarium.
• Smaller size compared to other tangs, making it more suitable for moderate-sized reef tanks.
• Striking blue eyes and subtle patterning add understated beauty to marine setups.

Stock the Blue Eyed Tang for customers looking for an active, hardworking algae grazer that thrives in both reef and fish-only systems.