Yellow Tail Tang
(Zebrasoma xanthurum)

Description

Purple Tang: Dazzling Jewel for Your Reef Aquarium

Add a splash of vibrant color and dynamic activity to your marine setup with the stunning Purple Tang. A true centerpiece, this fish thrives in well-maintained environments.

Overview

The Purple Tang (*Zebrasoma xanthurum*) is renowned for its striking deep blue to rich purple body, brilliantly contrasted by a vivid yellow tail and matching pectoral fin accents. Active and graceful, these tangs are constant grazers, showcasing an inquisitive personality as they explore your rockwork. Juveniles may display subtle horizontal lines, which fade as they mature, revealing their captivating adult coloration.

Care Level

Considered an intermediate-level species, the Purple Tang requires stable, pristine water conditions. They are generally semi-aggressive, particularly towards other tangs or fish of similar shape, so careful tank mate selection is crucial. This species is fully reef-safe and can be a beneficial algae grazer in your healthy aquarium.

Tank Essentials

A minimum of 475 litres is recommended for a single adult Purple Tang, with larger tanks (600+ litres) preferred to provide ample swimming space and reduce aggression. Maintain water parameters at a pH of 8.1-8.4, temperature between 23-28°C, and specific gravity of 1.020-1.025. Ensure plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding spots.

Diet

As a primarily herbivorous species, the Purple Tang’s diet should consist largely of marine-based seaweed and algae (e.g., nori, spirulina). Supplement with high-quality herbivore pellets and occasionally offer mysis or brine shrimp. Frequent, small feedings throughout the day are ideal for this active grazer.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Purple Tang online from Corais de Vidro, you’re investing in a healthy, well-acclimated specimen. We prioritize ethical sourcing and humane shipping to ensure your new fish arrives vibrant and ready to thrive in your aquarium. Our expert team is dedicated to supporting your responsible fishkeeping journey.

• Scientific Name: Zebrasoma xanthurum
• Common Name / Variant: Purple Tang / Yellowtail Tang
• Maximum Size: 25 cm
• Origin: Western Indian Ocean (Red Sea, Persian Gulf, Gulf of Aden)
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 23–28°C
• Lifespan: Up to 10 years or more in captivity
• Swimming Zone: Mid / Bottom

Bring the majestic Purple Tang to your home reef today!