Can a Sergeant Major Damselfish Live With a Yellow Tang?
~ Possible with cautionVerdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 51/100.
Why
- Tank poor (90gal for 158.0gal min)
- Tank heavily stocked (217%) — over recommended load
It can work if…
- Upgrade to a larger tank — this species needs more volume
- Tank is nearing capacity — consider removing a resident before adding this one
- Social concern — review this species' social requirements before adding
- Schooling species — add at least 4 more companions for best health
Both species at a glance
Sergeant Major Damselfish
Abudefduf vaigiensis
- Aggression:
- semi-aggressive
- Min tank:
- 158 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- omnivore
Yellow Tang
Zebrasoma flavescens
- Aggression:
- semi-aggressive
- Min tank:
- 75 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- herbivore