Can a Kole Yellow Eye Tang Live With a Two Spot Bristletooth Tang?
~ Possible with cautionVerdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 53/100.
Why
- Known conflict: Two bristletooth tangs (Ctenochaetus) squabble unless the tank is 150g+
It can work if…
- Known incompatibility — these species are documented to conflict
Both species at a glance
Kole Yellow Eye Tang
Ctenochaetus strigosus
- Aggression:
- semi-aggressive
- Min tank:
- 75 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- herbivore
Two Spot Bristletooth Tang
Ctenochaetus binotatus
- Aggression:
- semi-aggressive
- Min tank:
- 70 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- herbivore