Purple Tang

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Latin Name: Zebrasoma xanthurum        
Common Name(s): Purple Tang, Yellowtail Tang
Difficulty: Beginner
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Adult Full Size: 10"
Minimum Tank Size: 90 gallons
Reef Safe: Yes
UV Required: Yes
Protein Skimmer Required: No (Recommended) 
Foods: Vitamin C soaked ABN Chromo Pellets, Marine Flakes, Seaweed, Brine, Mysis, Bloodworms, Herbivore Frenzy, Reef Frenzy, Emerald Entrée

Description: Purple Tangs originate from the Red Sea to Northern Africa. This is one of the more prized tangs in the marine fish-keeping hobby. They are known by their deep purple color with bright yellow highlights on its pectoral fins and caudal fin. This tang should be fed a balanced diet of both meaty and veggie-based foods. DO NOT mix with other Zebrasoma sp. tangs, unless you're an experienced aquarist that understands the risks of mixing conspecifics.