Blue/Hippo Tang

Paracanthurus hepatus

Regal Tang · Pacific Blue Tang · Dory

Tangs & Surgeonfish

One of the most iconic marine fish in the hobby, with striking royal blue colouration and a yellow tail. Blue hippo tangs are prone to ich and white spot — robust quarantine is essential before introduction. They are active, open-water swimmers that grow large and require a spacious tank with strong flow.

Difficulty Moderate

Reef Safety Reef Safe

Temperament Peaceful

Min Tank Size 400L

Diet Herbivore

Available Stock

18 Blue/Hippo Tang listings in stock across 14 Australian reef shops, from $60 to $300 (median $130), as of 2026-09-06.

Top 6 of 14 shops

Apex Aquatic 2 from $120
Nicks Aquarium 2 from $99
Reef Haven 2 from $120
Roxy Aquarium 2 from $150
100% Aquatics 1 from $105
Anything QT 1 from $200

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