Half Black Mimic Tang

Description

Half Black Mimic Tang

Zebrasoma desjardinii × Zebrasoma velifer (Hybrid)

Origin: Captive hybrid – usually produced in Southeast Asia

Size: Up to 25 cm

Reef Compatibility:

• Small Fish Safe: ✅ Yes
• Invert Safe: ✅ Yes
• Coral Safe: ✅ Yes

Diet: Herbivore – grazes on algae; accepts nori, spirulina, and marine herbivore pellets.

Care Level: Moderate – requires stable water parameters and ample swimming space.

Aggression: Semi-aggressive – may be territorial toward other tangs, especially similar-shaped species.

Captive-Bred Available: ✅ Yes

Notes:

The Half Black Mimic Tang is a striking hybrid combining the black body of the Desjardinii Tang with the bright yellow of the Mimic Tang. It thrives in large, mature reef tanks with open swimming areas and plenty of rockwork for grazing. Hybrid vigour often makes them hardy, but aggression toward other tangs can occur.

Why We Like It:

With bold contrasting colours and active grazing behaviour, the Half Black Mimic Tang is a showpiece herbivore. It brings both visual impact and functional algae control to the reef tank.