Yellowtail Tang
Zebrasoma xanthurum
- Group: Surgeonfish
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 36.7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The yellowtail tang grazes filamentous algae in coral rich areas and over rocky bottoms, often in groups, with its many fine pharyngeal teeth suited to the work. A deep blue fish with a bright yellow tail, it reaches about thirty seven centimetres in water down to roughly twenty metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Acanthuridae › Zebrasoma
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219681.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellowtail Tang live?
- The Yellowtail Tang (Zebrasoma xanthurum) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Yellowtail Tang dangerous to divers?
- The Yellowtail Tang is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellowtail Tang get?
- The Yellowtail Tang grows to about 36.7 cm.