Purple Tang

Zebrasoma xanthurum

Yellowtail Tang

Tangs & Surgeonfish

A highly sought-after tang with a deep purple body and vivid yellow tail and pectoral fins. Historically expensive due to collection limitations, purple tangs are now being successfully aquacultured. They are robust and adapt well to captivity but can be aggressive toward other tangs in smaller systems.

Difficulty Moderate

Reef Safety Reef Safe

Temperament Semi-Aggressive

Min Tank Size 300L

Diet Herbivore

Available Stock

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