Purple Tang

Purple Tang

Scientific Name Zebrasoma xanthurum
Identification Rich blue-purple body with a bright yellow tail and yellow on the pectoral fins. Red Sea species.
Maximum Length 10 inches
Origin Red Sea / Arabian Sea
Minimum Tank Size 100 gallons
Reef Compatibility Reef safe

Behavior

Semi-aggressive toward other tangs. Extremely popular and vibrant; a centerpiece fish in many reef tanks.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore. Feed nori sheets daily; supplement with quality frozen and pellet foods.