Coral Update 
Ultra RAH 
Language:
Zebrasoma veliferum 10-12 cm
The Sailfin Surgeonfish: a Zebrasoma with Large Fins
The Zebrasoma veliferum is an excellent surgeonfish for beginners in aquarium keeping. Robust regarding changes in aquarium parameters, it maintains good interspecies relationships.
Next delivery days:
Tue
26
May
Wed
27
May
Thu
28
May
Tue
02
Jun
Wed
03
Jun
Thu
04
Jun
For your zone EUROPE la France, delivery fees are 24,90 € with carrier EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend
Delivery fees for your zone
EUROPE la France
| See all delivery fees | Cart amount | Delivery fees |
|---|---|---|
| EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert |
Delivery fees for other zones:
| Country | Carrier | Cart amount | Delivery fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
You might also like
Customers who bought this product also bought:
other products in the same category:
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
- Neither aggressive nor peaceful
- Food
- Omnivore
- Reef compatibility
- Recommended
- Recommended number
- A topic
- Price according to size
- XS S M L XL
- Maximum size
- 20 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
Zebrasoma veliferum – Majestic and Active Sailfin Tang
Zebrasoma veliferum, nicknamed sailfin tang, is a magnificent reef fish native to the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Very similar to the Zebrasoma desjardinii, it is distinguished by its exceptionally large dorsal and anal fins, which can fan out. This unique feature allows it to change its appearance by doubling in visual size, an impressive and effective behavior to intimidate potential competitors or predators.
Its oval-shaped body is decorated with five vertical yellow stripes, a bright yellow tail speckled with blue spots, and fine freckles visible on the snout. The Zebrasoma veliferum does not possess a venomous scalpel, unlike some other tangs, making it a more harmless fish for other species.
An Easy-to-Maintain and Very Resilient Fish
Very robust, the Zebrasoma veliferum adapts well to variations in water quality, including moderate nitrate levels. It is omnivorous with a strong tendency towards algae-eating, and actively contributes to cleaning the aquarium by grazing on algae and foraging the substrate. In captivity, it enjoys live rocks and open areas for free swimming.
Maintenance Conditions
- Minimum recommended volume: 450 liters
- Temperature: 23°C to 28°C
- pH: 8.0 to 8.5
- Decor: live rock, swimming spaces, hiding areas
- Water flow: moderate to strong
Behavior and Compatibility
The Zebrasoma veliferum is rather solitary and can be aggressive towards fish of the same species or genus. However, it is tolerant with other non-competing species, making it a good companion in well-arranged community tanks.
It is recommended not to house it with other Zebrasoma or tangs unless you have a very large water volume.
Feeding
- Fresh or dried algae (nori)
- Vegetable pellets and spirulina-rich foods
- Mysis, brine shrimp, krill as supplements
- Natural substrate for foraging and grazing
Why Choose Zebrasoma veliferum?
- Impressive sail-like fins
- Active and very robust fish
- Excellent algae eater, contributes to tank balance
- Easy to maintain even for intermediate aquarists
- Spectacular aesthetics in a large reef aquarium
With its majestic silhouette, deployed sails, and refined colors, the Zebrasoma veliferum is a visual and biological asset of choice for any large reef aquarium. Ideal for passionate aquarists looking for a fish as useful as it is spectacular.
Reviews (1) - Review moderation
superbe!!
Commandé le vendredi reçu le mardi matin. Poisson en pleine forme; il s'est nourri tout de suite. L'emballage du colis était parfait (chaufferette encore chaude!!)
By Yves P. the 11/15/2022
The Sailfin Surgeonfish: a Zebrasoma with Large Fins
The Zebrasoma veliferum is an excellent surgeonfish for beginners in aquarium keeping. Robust regarding changes in aquarium parameters, it maintains good interspecies relationships.
€74.90
In Stock