{"product_id":"paracanthurus-hepatus-sm-3-4cm-paletten-doktorfisch","title":"Paracanthurus hepatus sm palette surgeonfish","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"328\"\u003ePalette Surgeonfish (\u003cem data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eParacanthurus hepatus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eBlue Tang\u003c\/strong\u003e or \"Dory\" from the famous animated film, is one of the most popular marine fish worldwide. With its intense \u003cstrong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"521\"\u003eblue-black pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e and contrasting \u003cstrong data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eyellow caudal fin\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is a real eye-catcher in any reef aquarium. Even as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"672\"\u003eyoung fish in S\/M size (3–4 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is very robust, active, and adaptable to aquarium conditions – perfect for beginners and experienced aquarists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"811\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"835\"\u003e🐟 Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"909\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"909\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Currently approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"871\"\u003e3–4 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, growing up to approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"906\"\u003e25–30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eColoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typical for \u003cem data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eParacanthurus hepatus\u003c\/em\u003e is the vibrant \u003cstrong data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003eroyal blue body coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e with a characteristic \u003cstrong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eblack pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003ebright yellow caudal fin\u003c\/strong\u003e. Even juveniles clearly display this striking pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eBehavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Palette Surgeonfish is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eactive, peaceful swimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e that constantly roams the aquarium. It is an excellent \u003cstrong data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003ealgae grazer\u003c\/strong\u003e and contributes to the biological stability of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e🌊 Husbandry \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eAquarium Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e600 liters\u003c\/strong\u003e, as the species requires a lot of swimming space as it grows. A well-structured reef with open swimming zones is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Temperature: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003e24–27 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e, pH value: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e8.0–8.4\u003c\/strong\u003e, Density: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e1.022–1.025\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eSocialization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very compatible with other peaceful, not too small fish. Multiple Palette Surgeonfish should only be kept in very large tanks with ample space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003eFood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eats plant-based food such as nori algae and spirulina, as well as frozen and live food. A varied diet with high-quality granules supports growth and color intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003e🌟 Special Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2491\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003ePalette Surgeonfish\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most famous and beautiful marine fish, bringing genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2321\"\u003ereef feeling\u003c\/strong\u003e to the aquarium with its intense coloration and lively behavior. Even as a juvenile, it is robust, active, and easy to care for. Furthermore, its preference for algae actively contributes to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003ealgae control\u003c\/strong\u003e in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2679\"\u003eWith its striking appearance, peaceful nature, and important ecological function, \u003cem data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2624\"\u003eParacanthurus hepatus\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent choice for large marine aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AquariumAquaristik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562795819341,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/paracanthurus_hepatus_thump_1_1.jpg?v=1773959301","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/paracanthurus-hepatus-sm-3-4cm-paletten-doktorfisch","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}