🐠 Purple Tang (Zebrasoma xanthurum)
🐠 Purple Tang (Zebrasoma xanthurum)
Marine Tang • Algae Grazer • Reef Aquarium Fish • Active Surgeonfish
📋 The Purple Tang (Zebrasoma xanthurum) is a highly sought-after marine species known for its Deep Purple Body with Electric Blue Highlights and Bright Yellow Tail Spine Area.
This active surgeonfish is an excellent algae grazer, helping maintain reef tank cleanliness while adding striking color.
It can be territorial toward other tangs but thrives in spacious, well-established aquariums.
With proper care, it thrives as a Vibrant Algae-Grazing Showpiece Tang for Reef Aquariums.
💡 Highlights
💜 Deep Purple Coloration: Intense vibrant body color
🌿 Algae Grazer: Helps control nuisance algae
🐠Active Swimmer: Requires open swimming space
⚔️ Surgeonfish Spine: Defensive tail spine present
✨ Premium Reef Fish: Highly desirable species
🧾 A Quick Look at the Purple Tang
📛 Common Name: Purple Tang
🔬 Scientific Name: Zebrasoma xanthurum
👨👩👧 Family: Acanthuridae
🌍 Origin: Red Sea
📏 Max Size: 20–25 cm (≈ 8–10″)
💧 pH Range: 8.1–8.4
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24–27 °C (≈ 75–81 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Intermediate
💖 Temperament: Semi-aggressive (especially toward other tangs)
🌿 Reef Safe: ✅ Yes
🏠 Min Tank Size: 400 L (≈ 100 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: All Levels
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: 8–12 years
🍽️ Diet: Herbivore
🐣 Reproduction: Egg layer
