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Naso elegans 12-14 cm
The Orange-Spined Unicornfish: A Fish for Experienced Aquarists
The Naso elegans is a surgeonfish resembling the Naso lituratus. Its acclimation to an aquarium must be done with particular care as the species is sensitive to disturbances related to its environment.
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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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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
- Calm
- Food
- Omnivore
- Reef compatibility
- Recommended
- Recommended number
- A topic
- Price according to size
- XS S M L XL
- Maximum size
- 46 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.
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Naso elegans: The Elegant Juvenile Surgeonfish, Active and Promising
The Naso elegans, also known as the elegant surgeonfish, is a young surgeonfish that is both aesthetically pleasing and useful for experienced aquarists. It is distinguished by a fine gray coat, a blue line at the base of the bright yellow dorsal fin, a white tail, and two characteristic bright orange caudal scalpels. These elegant visual attributes make it easily recognizable, although it is sometimes confused with the Naso lituratus.
In its natural environment, it lives in the Indian Ocean and waters of the Middle East, in small groups or alone, grazing on algae near the bottom or at mid-depth.
An Active Behavior to Anticipate from the First Few Centimeters
The Naso elegans is a very active fish that requires a good swimming space, even when it is still young. Its behavior is generally peaceful towards other species, provided those species are of compatible size and that the individual is introduced early into a community environment.
It can live alone or with other marine fish, but it is essential to avoid cohabitation with species that are too small or dominated, especially as it grows. The structure of the decor and the water circulation should be designed for its continuous swimming and its need for open territories.
Maintenance Conditions and Acclimatization Requirements
A minimum 1000-liter aquarium is recommended from the introduction of this young Naso elegans, as its growth is rapid and its space needs are constant. A gentle and gradual acclimatization is essential because it is sensitive to parameter variations, particularly stress and sudden changes in temperature or salinity.
Well-oxygenated water, a moderate to strong current, and a stable environment are necessary to ensure its long-term success. Ideally, it should be integrated into a well-matured and stabilized system.
Varied Diet with a Plant Base
The Naso elegans is omnivorous with a strong herbivorous tendency. At this stage, it should be fed several times a day in small quantities, with a balanced diet including:
- Nori algae attached with a clip or magnetic holder.
- Vegetable flakes and pellets, rich in spirulina and natural fibers.
- Occasional supplements of mysis, brine shrimp, or krill, especially to stimulate appetite and support its growth.
Once adult, feeding once a day may suffice, but at this young stage, fractioned meals are recommended to support its metabolism and promote harmonious growth.
An Elegant Surgeonfish for Ambitious Reef Tanks
The elegant surgeonfish is an exceptional fish both in morphology, presence, and behavior.
For experienced aquarists, the Naso elegans is an ideal opportunity to integrate a future large fish into a stable, structured, and algae-rich reef tank.
Reviews (2) - Review moderation
Super
Perso je suis bluffé d'avoir reçu un poisson aussi bon et grand par la poste. Nickel, il ou elle (je ne sais pas) se porte comme un charme. Merci à toute l'équipe. Cordialement Gordon
By Gordon A. the 06/29/2019
super élégans
poisson comme le dit son nom super élégans il se porte très très bien.
By John D. the 04/08/2011
The Orange-Spined Unicornfish: A Fish for Experienced Aquarists
The Naso elegans is a surgeonfish resembling the Naso lituratus. Its acclimation to an aquarium must be done with particular care as the species is sensitive to disturbances related to its environment.
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