Moorish Idol

Introduction

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Latin Name: Zanclus cornutus
Common Name(s): Moorish Idol, Kihikihi
Difficulty: Expert
Temperament:Peaceful
Adult Full Size: 7″
Minimum Tank Size: 90 gallons
Reef Safe:Yes
UV Required: Yes
Protein Skimmer Required:Yes
Foods:Vitamin C soaked ABN Chromo Pellets, ABN Spirulina Brine, Seaweed, Mysis, Brine, Bloodworms, LRS: Herbivore Frenzy, LRS: Reef Frenzy, San Francisco Bay Brand: Multipack, San Francisco Bay Brand: Emerald Entree

Description: The Moorish Idol is a beautiful, but delicate fish that is widely distributed throughout the Indo Pacific. They are recognizable from their iconic white, black, and yellow striping. The Moorish Idol is the sole member of the family Zanclidae, which is closely related to tangs. This fish needs a large tank with a protein skimmer and UV sterilizer as they are very susceptible to disease. Tank mates should be peaceful. Feed this fish a highly varied diet and soak pellets with Vitamin C to help prevent disease. BE CAUTIOUS when mixing with Zebrasoma sp. tangs!