Moorish Idol (Zanclus cornutus) Saltwater Fish For Sale

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Moorish Idol
Zanclus cornutus

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Tank Size: 125 Gallons
Tempermant: Peaceful
Maximum Size: 8"
Coloration: Black, White, Yellow
Diet: Omnivore
Regions Found: Indo-Pacific Ocean, Hawaii, Tahiti, Vanuatu
Reef Compatible: Yes (With Caution)
Experience Level: Expert
Guarantee: DOA Guarantee Only
Water Conditions: 74-82° F, SG 1.020-1.027, PH 7.9-8.5
Other Names: Kihikihi

Description
The Moorish Idol is one of the most sought after and popular fish that can be kept in a reef aquarium. Moorish Idols are very close relatives to tangs, and the only fish in their family.

Moorish Idol can reach a maximum size of 8 inches and require a tank of at least 125 gallons. Moorish Idols need a lot of horizontal swimming space and long tanks suit them the best. Moorish Idols need a lot of established rock with algae on them to thrive. The Moorish Idol can be a very hard fish to keep since they are such picky eaters.

The Moorish Idol has a body divided into black and white thick vertical stripes. They also have beautiful yellow highlighting along their stripes. Moorish idols are also known for their extended dorsal fin. Moorish Idols are considered mostly reef safe, but will pick at some polyps and smaller inverts.

If you are going to keep a Moorish Idol, make sure that you can meet its dietary needs. Moorish Idols need to be offered a wide variety of foods including marine algae, spirulina, sponges, mysis and brine shrimp and fresh seafood cut into small pieces. Adding vitamin supplements will also help your Moorish Idol stay healthy and thrive. If you can successfully keep a Moorish Idol, it will be one of the most stunning fish you can keep in an aquarium.

Tiny: Up to 2", Small: Over 2-2.5", Small / Medium: Over 2.5-3.5", Medium: Over 3.5-4.5", Medium / Large: Over 4.5-5.5", Large: Over 5.5-6.5", Extra Large: Over 6.5-7.5", Extra Extra Large: Over 7.5-8.5", Show Size: Over 8.5-10.5", Jumbo: Over 10.5"

All fish purchases come with a package of Blue Life Safety Stop to help reduce infections and illnesses that could present themselves. Please read more about Safety Stop here…

If you have any questions please contact Eric Cohen TankStop owner and well respected industry veteran.

User Reviews
User ReviewsAfter several failed attempts with other vendors, Tank Stop came through with a quality, healty fish that adapted well into my tank. I followed Tank Stop's aclimation instructions and could not be happier with the results. I ordered one fish and the package was 10 pounds. Tank Stop did not skimp on the shipping weight. My fish arived with lots of water and lots of air. Shipping is not cheap but you definatly get what you pay for. The addition of Blue Life Safety Stop included with the shimpnet is a welcomed perk that shows that Tank Stop cares for the animals they ship. I only wish that I had trusted Tank Stop with my livestock sooner. I am very impressed and satisfied. I will be shopping Tank Stop again.Sean Clark (Michigan) - 9/3/2025 2:22:42 PM
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