Aquaria
Grey Unicornfish

Grey Unicornfish

NameGrey Unicornfish
Scientific NameNaso caesius
Common NamesGrey Unicornfish, Gray Unicornfish, Unicorn Tang
FamilyAcanthuridae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentcommunity
Dietherbivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Other Tangs (dissimilar species), Groupers, Puffers, Wrasses

Description

The Grey Unicornfish is a large, streamlined surgeonfish found throughout the Indo-Pacific. It exhibits a uniform grey coloration and is primarily a planktivore, feeding on zooplankton and algae. This species requires a very spacious aquarium to thrive due to its significant adult size and active swimming habits.

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