Sailfin (Desjardin) Tang compatibility

[ScottT1980]

If money were not an issue (within reason), what one other tang would you add with a Sailfin in a 180. Having never had tanks over 55 gallons in the past, my tang experience is lacking. I have debated a powder blue or a purple, but would love to hear any other ideas. I would like to obtain a relatively hardy species where I won't have to worry about any aggression issues.

Thanks
Scott T.

 

[NaH2O]

Scott - I think any tang that is out of the Zebrasoma genus would get along well, so the Powder Blue would be fine. The purple may get along alright in a 180 with a fish of the same genus, however, I think getting a different genus tang would be a better choice. Also, I'd stay away from the ever aggressive Sohal tang. Some tangs in the Naso genus do get very large and may not be suitable for a 180 gallon tank.

 

[daytondb]

My Kole and Sailfin do great together. My Kole, which was there first, wasn't happy about it for the first couple of hours but now they get along great. The Kole was my first fish and has been very easy for me to take care of.