{"product_id":"hippo-tang-lg","title":"Hippo Tang - Large","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"40\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"40\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eHippo Tang – \u003cem data-end=\"38\" data-start=\"15\"\u003eParacanthurus hepatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"488\" data-start=\"42\"\u003eThe Hippo Tang features a vibrant royal-blue body accented by bold black patterns and a bright yellow tail, making it one of the most recognizable tangs in the reef-keeping hobby. This active, schooling-in-the-wild species is known for its peaceful demeanor toward most tankmates, though it can be territorial toward other surgeonfish. Hippo Tangs are highly energetic swimmers that appreciate ample open water and plenty of rockwork for shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"811\" data-start=\"490\"\u003eThis species thrives in large, mature reef aquariums with stable water parameters. A minimum tank size of 180 gallons is recommended due to its constant swimming behavior and adult size. Add Hippo Tangs only after your system has fully stabilized, as they are sensitive to poor water quality and swings in parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1147\" data-start=\"813\"\u003eHippo Tangs accept a wide variety of prepared foods, including high-quality diets from San Francisco Bay Brand, Hikari, Piscine Energetics (PE), TDO, and New Life Spectrum. Because they naturally graze throughout the day, offer Julian Sprung’s Sea Veggies regularly to support digestive health and maintain vibrant coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1196\" data-start=\"1149\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1178\" data-start=\"1149\"\u003eApproximate product size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e4-6\u003c\/strong\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1525\" data-start=\"1198\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe maintain a rigorous, veterinarian-approved quarantine program that includes proactive treatments, careful observation, and daily monitoring to ensure the highest standards of fish health. Our biosecurity practices reduce the risk of any cross-contamination between systems, meaning our fish are ready for your display tanks.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NO_VENDOR","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":42069626716247,"sku":"7606190","price":259.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/4742\/3319\/files\/3FEF1921-95E4-461D-A7FC-0B3EFAEFEF92.jpg?v=1763833281","url":"https:\/\/www.reefescape.net\/products\/hippo-tang-lg","provider":"Reef eScape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}