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Acanthurus nigricauda
Common name: Black-spot Surgeonfish. This fish has an oval-shaped grey body with a morphology common to the Acanthuridae family, featuring an erectile spine that deploys for attack or defense and a black line on its sides. It is hardy after acclimatization if you feed it well with algae supplements. It is lively and rarely hides.
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For your zone EUROPE la France, delivery fees are 24,90 € with carrier EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend
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| See all delivery fees | Cart amount | Delivery fees |
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| EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert |
Delivery fees for other zones:
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| ZONE 300 SUISSE | Suisse - EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo – Levend | 0 à 100 000 € | 44,90 € |
| ZONE EUROPE1 200 | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 29,89 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert | ||
| ZONE EUROPE2 210 | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 39,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | 39,90 € | ||
| EUROPE la France | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert |
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Data sheet
- Delivery price Europe
- Fixed price €29 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
- Minimum order amount for live products
- 50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
- Maintenance
- Medium
- Temperament
- Very territorial
- Food
- Vegetarian
- Reef compatibility
- Recommended
- Recommended number
- A topic
- Price according to size
- XS S M L XL
- Maximum size
- 30 cm (30 centimeters)
- Delivery date
- Choose your delivery day at the "Address" step in your cart.
- Reproduction
- Impossible
- Package information for the winter period
- A hole is made in the cardboard to supply the chemical heater with oxygen.
En savoir plus
Acanthurus nigricauda: the Blackfin Surgeonfish, a Discreet and Efficient Fish
The Acanthurus nigricauda, known as the Blackfin Surgeonfish, is a marine fish with a calm temperament and an important ecological role in reef aquariums. Native to the shallow reefs of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, it is distinguished by a sleek body ranging from beige to light brown, marked with a black spot on the caudal peduncle, from which it gets its name.
This fish has a typical Acanthuridae morphology: a laterally compressed body, smooth swimming, and an erectile caudal spine used for defense or to establish its position within the group. Less colorful compared to other species of the genus, it is appealing due to its discretion, robustness, and great utility in the aquarium ecosystem.
Behavior and Compatibility
The Acanthurus nigricauda is an active but not aggressive fish, well-suited to community aquarium life. It can coexist with a wide variety of marine species, provided there is sufficient space and stable maintenance conditions.
It generally swims in open water and spends a good part of its time grazing on algae present on live rocks and decor, thus helping to limit their proliferation. It is an excellent balance fish for well-established reef aquariums.
Maintenance Conditions
It is recommended to keep the Acanthurus nigricauda in an aquarium of at least 500 to 600 liters, well-oxygenated, with good water circulation. It will appreciate open areas for swimming as well as rocky walls rich in microalgae for grazing.
This species, being robust after acclimatization, is suitable for intermediate to advanced aquarists who wish to introduce an active and useful fish into their marine tank.
Herbivorous and Balanced Diet
Like most surgeonfish, the Acanthurus nigricauda is primarily herbivorous. It readily feeds on natural marine algae but also requires regular supplements of nori, spirulina, and vegetable pellets.
Occasional supplements of plankton, artemia, or krill can be offered to vary its diet, but not in excess. A predominantly plant-based diet ensures good digestion and promotes stable behavior and optimal health.
A Useful Choice for a Balanced Aquarium
The acanthurus nigricauda is an excellent choice for aquarists looking for an effective algae-eating fish that is discreet and non-aggressive. Less colorful but very useful, it actively contributes to the cleanliness of the decor and the biological stability of the aquarium.
Easy to observe, lively yet not stressed, and not very prone to diseases when well-fed, the Blackfin Surgeonfish is an ideal companion for well-designed and large-volume community reef aquariums.
Common name: Black-spot Surgeonfish. This fish has an oval-shaped grey body with a morphology common to the Acanthuridae family, featuring an erectile spine that deploys for attack or defense and a black line on its sides. It is hardy after acclimatization if you feed it well with algae supplements. It is lively and rarely hides.
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