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Acanthurus tristis
Common name: Mimic Surgeonfish. This fish has an ovaloid gray body striped with several orange bands. This fish, with a morphology common to the Acanthuridae, is robust after acclimatization if you feed it well with algae supplements.
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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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| EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
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| ZONE 300 SUISSE | Suisse - EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo – Levend | 0 à 100 000 € | 44,90 € |
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- 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
- 25 cm
- 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 tristis: the Mimetic Surgeon with a Peaceful Disposition
The Acanthurus tristis, often nicknamed the sad surgeon or mimetic surgeon, is a discreet yet charming species. Native to the Indian Ocean, this fish has a fascinating characteristic: in its juvenile stage, it mimics the appearance of Centropyge eibli, with which it shares the same reef areas. This mimicry provides it with natural protection against certain predators.
As it grows, the Acanthurus tristis adopts a gray-brown coloration with golden reflections, a black tail edged with yellow, and fins with bluish edges. Its oval silhouette, typical of the Acanthuridae family, and its graceful swimming make it a very pleasant fish to observe in a well-arranged tank.
Behavior and Cohabitation
The mimetic surgeon is a peaceful fish, provided it has enough space. It is less aggressive than other species of the Acanthurus genus, making it suitable for cohabitation with other reef fish in a well-planned community tank.
However, it is preferable to avoid housing it with other surgeonfish that are too similar in shape or behavior, unless you have a tank larger than 500 liters and a well-structured decor to delineate territories.
A Robust Fish After Acclimation
Once acclimated, the Acanthurus tristis becomes robust, curious, and active. It primarily moves in the lower and middle areas of the tank, searching for microalgae and plant material to consume. Its calm behavior makes it an excellent choice for aquarists seeking a functional and non-aggressive fish.
Good water flow, effective oxygenation, and abundant live rocks are recommended to replicate its natural conditions.
Herbivorous and Balanced Diet
Like the majority of surgeonfish, the Acanthurus tristis follows a primarily herbivorous diet. It should receive daily supplements of nori algae, spirulina, vegetable pellets, and flakes.
Occasional supplements of artemia, mysis, or krill can enrich its diet, but plant matter should always remain the basis of its nutrition. Good nutrition ensures its longevity and the maintenance of its natural coloration.
A Discreet but Useful Fish
The sad surgeon is an ideal fish for aquarists looking for an effective algae grazer with stable behavior and moderate needs. It plays an important role in controlling unwanted algae while remaining visually harmonious in the reef decor.
Thanks to its juvenile mimicry, peaceful nature, and ability to adapt well, the Acanthurus tristis deserves a special place in any appropriately sized marine aquarium.
Common name: Mimic Surgeonfish. This fish has an ovaloid gray body striped with several orange bands. This fish, with a morphology common to the Acanthuridae, is robust after acclimatization if you feed it well with algae supplements.
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