Acropora - Dragon - Purple Leathers The Gold Eye Kole tang

The Gold Eye Kole tang is a popular fish from Hawaii

Its body is snowy white with inky black speckles outlining each scale in a chain link pattern which cluster into a larger blotch on its dorsal fin

Demosponges such as this are comprised of silica spicules which may be extremely irritating if touched

Most species are imported from Bali

When fully mature body is very long and tapered

Acropora - Dragon - Purple Leathers The Gold Eye Kole tangConsidered by many to be the pinnacle of reef keeping success, Acropora corals are extremely demanding, but just as rewarding if given proper care. They require exceptionally stable water quality which can only be provided in a well established aquarium over 6 months old. High levels of nitrate and phosphate are not tolerated and commonly cause browning; although low, stable levels are necessary for best growth and color. Alkalinity, calcium,