Unicorn Tang (Naso unicornis)

This interesting fish is found in the Indo-Pacific regions of the world.  They prefer to live in channels, moats, lagoon and seaward reefs with strong surge. Typically occurring in small groups, it feeds on coarse leafy brown algae like Sargassum.  Adult males tend to have better developed horn, peduncular spines, and caudal filaments than females of the same size.

Tangs are members of the Surgeonfish family, which consists of fish that are colorful, thin bodied, and usually have an oval shape.  These fish have long continuous dorsal and anal fins and crescent tailfins.  The scalpel at the base of their tailfin is very sharp and is used by the fish for protection from predators as well as a way of establishing itself with other fish.  These fish are usually seen at reefs eating algae all day long.

Come and visit this unique fish and watch them grow, right now ours are just beginning to develop their horns.