Multiple Tangs in Reef Tank - Dealing with Aggressive Tangs

Multiple Tangs in the reef tank? As part of a fish rescue mission I found a Powder blue tang at my doorstep needing a home. I was a bit hesitant to add it as I already had a Hippo tang and a Yellow tang established in my tank.. Now i was worried about the Hippo tang and the Powder blue tang since they are the same color.. They kibosh-ed taht theory and basically ignored each-other.. the Yellow tang on the other hand had a bit of a superiority complex.. To help distract his agression I used the mirror trick to distract him and let the powder blue settle in. Now ideally I would have used an Acclimation box like this http://amzn.to/2xzLLdt However due to the special deliver i didn't have time to source one.

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Multiple Tangs in the reef tank? As part of a fish rescue mission I found a Powder blue tang at my doorstep needing a home. I was a bit hesitant to add it as I already had a Hippo tang and a Yellow tang established in my tank.. Now i was worried about the Hippo tang and the Powder blue tang since they are the same color.. They kibosh-ed taht theory and basically ignored each-other.. the Yellow tang on the other hand had a bit of a superiority complex.. To help distract his agression I used the mirror trick to distract him and let the powder blue settle in. Now ideally I would have used an Acclimation box like this http://amzn.to/2xzLLdt However due to the special deliver i didn't have time to source one.

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for Multiple Tangs in Reef Tank - Dealing with Aggressive Tangs

carlos erice
carlos erice - 6 years ago
Are corals alive?
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
carlos erice they sure are! Every polyp is like it’s own little animal
J Nav
J Nav - 6 years ago
Nice tank. They love to swim length wise so that long tank helps
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Thank you! they sure do!
RubberBand Clan
RubberBand Clan - 6 years ago
your tank is amazing great job
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
RubberBand Clan thank so much! It’s my living work of art! (Always in the making!)
Omar Perez Perez
Omar Perez Perez - 6 years ago
Hey man what kind of trigger fish is the one in you tank it’s beautiful fish ..
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Omar Perez Perez thanks! It’s. Blue jaw/blue throat trigger. Awesome fish!
Sokrates Bantis
Sokrates Bantis - 6 years ago
Hey, How much gallon do you have in your tank?:D I wanna add a powder blue two i have 150 gallon i am not sure if i can add :d
can you help me?
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Sokrates Bantis you should be safe! In my opinion it’s more about the swing space with tangs rather than the water volume. Ideally 5.5-6’ long is ideal.
Francisco Gomez
Francisco Gomez - 6 years ago
the tangs still together?
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Francisco Gomez sure are. Other than the odd mini tiff they are all doing great
Andreas Tiks
Andreas Tiks - 6 years ago
:) :) perfect
Dan Mize
Dan Mize - 6 years ago
Really nice tank !
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Dan Mize after the first day they have been pretty good. The yellow tang was very aggressive at first and distracting him with his own reflection seemed to give the powder blue home to settle in
Dan Mize
Dan Mize - 6 years ago
Welcome. Stumbled upon it while trying to find videos about multipe tangs in a tank. Yours look to be doing good together. My current sailfin is very aggressive
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Dan Mize thank you!!
Shane L
Shane L - 6 years ago
Great video! Super informative. Your tank is amazing man!
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Thank you so much Shane. I appreciate that!

10. comment for Multiple Tangs in Reef Tank - Dealing with Aggressive Tangs

Billy Pipes
Billy Pipes - 6 years ago
Your still doing the wheel of death tonight right?!?!
marquise Washington
marquise Washington - 6 years ago
Cute Brittany Spaniel.
Rico's Reeftank
Rico's Reeftank - 6 years ago
Another awesome update
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Thanks Rico!
Jordan Royce
Jordan Royce - 6 years ago
they should be fine you have lot of finding spot for all your tangs. One thing you could of done different is maybe added powder blue at night time.
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
aside form the first day they are doing great!
AcuaTV
AcuaTV - 6 years ago
That mirror trick works great not only for tangs, but for other aggressive fish like Anthias and angelfish. Also, another tip so you don't use a net next time to take the fish from the bucket to the tank is to use a plastic strainer like the ones found at the dollar store. I like to use those to net fish out so I don't damage their fins and stress them out
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Good call on the strainer! ill pick my self up a fish strainer!!!!!
Reefers vnzla
Reefers vnzla - 6 years ago
Execlente sistema
Brian's Fish Tanks
Brian's Fish Tanks - 6 years ago
I'm trying to decide if I want to take the risk of adding more tangs to my new 125 gal.  I've got a chocolate and yellow now.  Would like to add a Hippo or Powder blue.  Looks like its working out for you so far.  Keep ups posted.
dudesreef
dudesreef - 6 years ago
That mirror tip was great! I'll have to use that if i ever see aggression in my tangs :)
reef guy 92
reef guy 92 - 6 years ago
Love the new addition dev differently a powder blue for me when I upgrade systems
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Awesome! so far so good! he/she is a beauty!
Lidia Rodriguez
Lidia Rodriguez - 6 years ago
I admire your tank and water quality.I can't wait to start with my tank.. I want a 200 gallons white 750 xl Red Sea reefer .., hoping to keep lots of fishes ., I have 8 months doing research on how to set up the tank to handle the bio load .. I love soft corals but am in it for the fishes .. your videos and live chats are very informative... keep the information coming :)
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Thanks Lidia! When are you getting your new tank? That will be an exciting build and good you for doing lots of research first! Thanks for letting me know you are enjoying the channel! It’s encouraging to hear your feedback!

20. comment for Multiple Tangs in Reef Tank - Dealing with Aggressive Tangs

Duraticate reef
Duraticate reef - 6 years ago
Grats on 3k subs. Looking awesome. Best of luck sure they all will do fine.
EDK ReefMeister
EDK ReefMeister - 6 years ago
dude, your tank is gorgeous!! That mirror trick is smart, i'll keep that in mind for the future.
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Thanks ED! It worked like a charm and now everyone is playing nice :)
Dave's Nano Tanks
Dave's Nano Tanks - 6 years ago
Great topic and video. Congratulations on the well deserved 3k
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
THanak so much Dave! I’m happy to report that everyone seems to be playing ncje now :)
CUBAN REEFER
CUBAN REEFER - 6 years ago
Awesome additions, powder blue one of my favorites
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Me two! I have wanted one for ages!!
Sharbuckles Reef
Sharbuckles Reef - 6 years ago
Beautiful new fish! Tank is looking great.
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Thanks buds!!!
Reefer Dave
Reefer Dave - 6 years ago
Hope they continue to get along.
Congrats on 3k subscribers!
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Thanks Reefer Dave!!! I’m very happy with everything lately :)
B Man
B Man - 6 years ago
Over 3k subscribers good for you.good luck with the tangs
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Thanks B man!
Cesca's Reef
Cesca's Reef - 6 years ago
Nice video. I have multiple Tangs in my Reef. Two Regal Tangs, Two Sailfin Tangs, Yellow Tang and Naso Tang :)
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Lots of tangs!! Well these guy seem to have gotten over t and are starting to play nice :)
Damien Simpson
Damien Simpson - 6 years ago
What trigger fish that you have in there
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
He's a Male Blue Throat Triggerfish, Great triggers and so far reef safe!
Frederik Skovgaard
Frederik Skovgaard - 6 years ago
Hej reefdude! What is your brightness on those XR15? - great video btw!
Frederik Skovgaard
Frederik Skovgaard - 6 years ago
ReefDudes I got same light. I would love a detailed video about how to dial them in, Specialy for smaller tanks. I really hope you make one soon! It Would be a great help!
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Thanks Frederik My XR15's max brightness is 45% That was going to be todays video but i got distracted with the new tang showing up on my door step!

30. comment for Multiple Tangs in Reef Tank - Dealing with Aggressive Tangs

DC Reefer
DC Reefer - 6 years ago
Powder Blue is my favorite fish but I was unsuccessful keeping
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Thanks DC! so close! I sure hope he works out :D
Koaleigh Aquaria
Koaleigh Aquaria - 6 years ago
I hope things remain peaceful between the tangs, they all look good together. That was a real interesting trick with the mirror, I have never seen that done before
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
This is my first attempt, and it worked extremely well!
Daily Reefing
Daily Reefing - 6 years ago
Love the powder blue! Hopefully everyone will be model citizens for you
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Me too! Thanks Jeff! Fingers crossed!
Coralust Reef Solutions
Coralust Reef Solutions - 6 years ago
Great video, I love tangs and I have a lot of them in my display. It's great watching them swim together.
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Me too!!!! Hopefully it all works out.. so far so good!
FC'S Reefing
FC'S Reefing - 6 years ago
Tank looks great man. Nice additions.
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Thanks FC's! Fingers crossed they all becomes friends :)
tomer levi
tomer levi - 6 years ago
This thing with mirror Cool
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
I'm amazed how well it worked.. It distracted the yellow tang for the first day.. gave the powder blue time to settle in.
Nado
Nado - 6 years ago
Miss my powder blue, he will become the tank boss no doubt. Early congrats on your 3k!!
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
I keep hearing that! i'm sure onces hes settled he will run the tank! Thanks Nado!
Seamel67 T
Seamel67 T - 6 years ago
Has your Trigger fish attempted to eat or eaten any of your inverts?
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
No issue at all. Blue Throats are once of the more reef safe triggers. Hes been great!
Addy Reef
Addy Reef - 6 years ago
Looking good, I've got 5 tangs in my tank (Reefer 450) with no problems
Addy Reef
Addy Reef - 6 years ago
Vasile Sandu don't believe everything you read, but research is good
Vasile Sandu
Vasile Sandu - 6 years ago
I read about 160 gallons just for a tang
Addy Reef
Addy Reef - 6 years ago
Vasile Sandu litres
Vasile Sandu
Vasile Sandu - 6 years ago
450liters or 450gallons?
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Too bad about your powder blue, I'm a bit surprised hearing there is multiple yellows after seeing how mine can be a punk but it looks beautiful to have a few yellows in one tanK! Nice collection!
Addy Reef
Addy Reef - 6 years ago
ReefDudes 1x Acanthurus bahianus, 1x lipstick, 1x Ctenochaetus binotatus and 2x yellow. I used to have a powder blue, but he was getting stressed all the time. ( white spot).
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Nice, what types do you have in there?
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
Today is day 3.. hopefully he is over it! Good to know its pretty short in your tank!
Addy Reef
Addy Reef - 6 years ago
ReefDudes my large yellow tang is the one that makes all the fuss. Only for around three days, then he gets over it.
ReefDudes
ReefDudes - 6 years ago
That gives me lots of hope! i hope it was the first day new kid on the block thing. Day to was much better.. well see how today goes once the lights are on.

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