Zebrasoma scopas (Brown Sailfin Surgeonfish)
The Zebrasoma scopas is a popular saltwater fish in the surgeonfish family (Acanthuridae), native to the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. This species is known...
The Zebrasoma scopas is a popular saltwater fish from the surgeonfish family (Acanthuridae), native to the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific. This species is known for its characteristic sail-shaped dorsal fin and peaceful nature, making it a popular fish in marine aquariums.
Features:
- Color : Dark brown to olive green, often with a lighter snout. As the fish ages, the color may fade somewhat.
- Length : Up to approx. 20 cm.
- Behavior : Generally peaceful, but can be territorial towards similar fish (especially other surgeonfish).
- Diet : Herbivore – eats mainly algae. Supplement with dried and fresh plant foods (such as nori).
- Aquarium size : Minimum 300 liters recommended.
- Suitable for: Advanced aquarists due to space requirements and specific dietary requirements.
- Compatibility : Can be combined with other peaceful fish, provided there is sufficient swimming space.
Details:
- Helps control algae growth in the aquarium.
- Needs plenty of swimming space and stable water values to stay healthy.
- Not suitable for small nano aquariums.

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The Zebrasoma scopas is a popular saltwater fish in the surgeonfish family (Acanthuridae), native to the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. This species is known...
Ocean Store
Ocean Store
Ocean Store is a modern webshop with a large selection of reef aquarium equipment, supplements and food for your (marine) aquarium. We excel in reachability, service and speed. Not only in delivery of your ordered goods, but also in the adequate answering of your (marine) aquarium related questions. We are happy to share our passion for reef aquariums with you!
Open: Available Monday / Friday 9:00-20:00
Phone: +31(0)78-6456669
€ 0.99 - € 2999.99
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479190
The Zebrasoma scopas is a popular saltwater fish in the surgeonfish family (Acanthuridae), native to the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. This species is known...
Ocean Store
Ocean Store
Ocean Store is a modern webshop with a large selection of reef aquarium equipment, supplements and food for your (marine) aquarium. We excel in reachability, service and speed. Not only in delivery of your ordered goods, but also in the adequate answering of your (marine) aquarium related questions. We are happy to share our passion for reef aquariums with you!
Open: Available Monday / Friday 9:00-20:00
Phone: +31(0)78-6456669
€ 0.99 - € 2999.99
EUR
479190
The Zebrasoma scopas is a popular saltwater fish in the surgeonfish family (Acanthuridae), native to the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. This species is known...
Ocean Store
Ocean Store
Ocean Store is a modern webshop with a large selection of reef aquarium equipment, supplements and food for your (marine) aquarium. We excel in reachability, service and speed. Not only in delivery of your ordered goods, but also in the adequate answering of your (marine) aquarium related questions. We are happy to share our passion for reef aquariums with you!
Open: Available Monday / Friday 9:00-20:00
Phone: +31(0)78-6456669
€ 0.99 - € 2999.99
EUR
479190
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