{"product_id":"abberant-zebrasoma-with-white-cheek-zebrasoma-scopas","title":"Abberant Zebrasoma with White Cheek (Zebrasoma scopas)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-69669d38-b160-832b-93c3-fa1d888e285b-19\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69669d38-b160-832b-93c3-fa1d888e285b-19\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-69669d38-b160-832b-93c3-fa1d888e285b-19\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-168\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"ec5446e6-4c66-4d40-9d95-fcf8c0bab9ae\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"609\"\u003eThis exceptional \u003cstrong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"129\"\u003eAberrant Zebrasoma scopas\u003c\/strong\u003e displays one of the most visually unusual pigment disruptions observed within the species, combining irregular tricolor aberrancy with a pronounced pale “white cheek” facial expression rarely seen in standard Scopas Tang phenotypes. The specimen exhibits a fragmented blend of charcoal, bronze-gold, and pale cream coloration across the body, while the distinct facial whitening creates a striking point of contrast that immediately separates it from conventional aberrant forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eUnlike typical color variations, this fish presents a genuinely unstable-looking pigment structure, giving it an almost hand-painted appearance under aquarium lighting. The interaction between the softened facial region, muted body gradients, and asymmetrical tonal transitions produces a phenotype that feels both refined and completely unpredictable—qualities highly prized within elite collector circles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eAberrant \u003cem data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003eZebrasoma\u003c\/em\u003e specimens of this caliber are extraordinarily infrequent in export and effectively impossible to replicate with consistency. Their value lies not only in rarity, but in individuality; no two specimens exhibit the same expression, pattern distribution, or tonal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eWhat elevates this specimen further is the visible “white cheek” influence, which creates an entirely different facial profile compared to standard Scopas Tang morphology. Combined with the tricolor aberrancy, the result is a fish that appears visually disconnected from normal wild-type presentation altogether.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eCollector’s Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eHigh-grade aberrant \u003cem data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eZebrasoma scopas\u003c\/em\u003e specimens displaying both tricolor pigment disruption and distinct facial whitening are exceptionally rare within the marine aquarium trade. Individuals with strong contrast, balanced aberrancy, and clean finnage are regarded as ultra-premium collector pieces seldom encountered outside specialized private collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2924\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2023\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; strong lighting enhances tonal contrast and pigment variation\u003cbr data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; thrives in well-oxygenated environments with stable water movement\u003cbr data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active swimmer occupying mid to upper water column with ample open swimming space\u003cbr data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2318\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80°F (24–27°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2339\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0265 SG (35 PPT)\u003cbr data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2381\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 dKH\u003cbr data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2419\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivorous; requires a diet rich in marine algae, nori, and high-quality herbivore preparations supplemented with frozen foods\u003cbr data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive; may display territorial behavior toward other tangs or similarly shaped fish\u003cbr data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2671\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2686\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 20 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2701\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate – hardy once established with stable water quality and adequate swimming space\u003cbr data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2811\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2829\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reef-safe; best suited for larger reef or fish-only systems with carefully selected tank mates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Reeflections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48769866596609,"sku":null,"price":9000.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/2592\/4245\/files\/KoiTangcopy_4d3e336a-152e-4bcd-bd6e-51c029089726.webp?v=1778755268","url":"https:\/\/reeflections.me\/products\/abberant-zebrasoma-with-white-cheek-zebrasoma-scopas","provider":"Reeflections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}