{"product_id":"half-half-koi-tang-zebrasoma-scopas","title":"“Half \u0026 Half” Koi Tang (Zebrasoma scopas)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHalf-and-Half is a particularly unusual Koi Tang (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZebrasoma scopas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) displaying a striking combination of xanthism and piebaldism. Its distinctive appearance is characterised by contrasting pigmentation across the body, with deep charcoal-grey colouration covering much of the anterior half, transitioning into a pale cream-white posterior. Vivid orange-yellow dorsal and anal fins provide an additional contrast, completing an appearance that is anything but ordinary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe specimen exhibits two distinct pigmentation characteristics. Xanthism is associated with yellow pigmentation, while piebaldism produces irregular areas of reduced pigmentation, resulting in contrasting patches of colour. Their combination gives Half-and-Half its unmistakable appearance and makes it a particularly interesting example of colour variation within the species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond its unusual pigmentation, it retains the familiar characteristics of the Yellow Tang, including its active swimming behaviour, grazing habits and suitability for established reef aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires a mature aquarium with ample swimming space, excellent water quality and stable environmental conditions. Established live rock provides important natural grazing surfaces. Strong circulation and good oxygenation are recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimarily herbivorous. Offer a varied diet of marine algae, nori, spirulina-based preparations and quality herbivore formulations. Occasional meaty foods can supplement an otherwise plant-based diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally suitable for reef aquariums and considered reef safe. Can coexist with a wide variety of reef fish and invertebrates. Like other surgeonfish, it may display territorial behaviour towards similarly shaped or closely related species, particularly in smaller aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInteresting Facts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eXanthism:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A pigmentation condition associated with increased yellow pigmentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePiebaldism:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Characterised by irregular areas of reduced pigmentation, producing contrasting light and dark patches.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive Colouration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The combination of these pigmentation characteristics creates the striking division of colouration seen in this specimen.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSpecies Identity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Despite its unusual appearance, Half-and-Half retains the characteristic anatomy and behaviour of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZebrasoma flavescens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZebrasoma flavescens\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Koi Tang \/ Yellow Tang\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSpecimen Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Half-and-Half\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eColour Morph:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Xanthism and piebaldism\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Central Pacific (species range)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 20 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reeflections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51136166134017,"sku":null,"price":75000.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/2592\/4245\/files\/1863b483-144c-448a-a17e-59028bca05eb.jpg?v=1794423369","url":"https:\/\/reeflections.me\/products\/half-half-koi-tang-zebrasoma-scopas","provider":"Reeflections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}