{"product_id":"purple-tang-zebrasoma-xanthurum-large","title":"Purple Tang (Zebrasoma xanthurum) - Large","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"41\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"39\" data-start=\"0\"\u003ePurple Tang – \u003cem data-end=\"37\" data-start=\"16\"\u003eZebrasoma xanthurum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"464\" data-start=\"43\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"64\" data-start=\"43\"\u003eZebrasoma xanthurum\u003c\/em\u003e, known as the Purple Tang or Yellowtail Sailfin Tang, is one of the most striking surgeonfish species in the marine hobby. Endemic to the Red Sea, it features a deep violet-to-indigo body contrasted by a vibrant yellow tail and subtle blue facial markings. Its bold coloration, constant activity, and algae-grazing habits make it both a functional and ornamental highlight in large reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1381\" data-start=\"466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"477\" data-start=\"466\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Sea and Western Indian Ocean\u003cbr data-end=\"513\" data-start=\"510\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"523\" data-start=\"513\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–30 m (6–100 ft)\u003cbr data-end=\"544\" data-start=\"541\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"557\" data-start=\"544\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high (enhances deep purple hues and tail contrast)\u003cbr data-end=\"623\" data-start=\"620\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"632\" data-start=\"623\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong; prefers turbulent, high-oxygen environments typical of reef slopes\u003cbr data-end=\"710\" data-start=\"707\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"729\" data-start=\"710\"\u003eTank Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to upper water column; requires open swimming space and abundant live rock for grazing\u003cbr data-end=\"823\" data-start=\"820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"839\" data-start=\"823\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80°F (24–27°C)\u003cbr data-end=\"860\" data-start=\"857\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"873\" data-start=\"860\"\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.022–1.026 SG\u003cbr data-end=\"891\" data-start=\"888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"898\" data-start=\"891\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr data-end=\"909\" data-start=\"906\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"918\" data-start=\"909\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivorous – grazes on filamentous algae; supplement with nori, spirulina, and vegetable-based herbivore diets\u003cbr data-end=\"1033\" data-start=\"1030\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1049\" data-start=\"1033\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive; highly territorial toward other tangs and similar-shaped fish\u003cbr data-end=\"1131\" data-start=\"1128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1140\" data-start=\"1131\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 25 cm (10 inches)\u003cbr data-end=\"1167\" data-start=\"1164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1182\" data-start=\"1167\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced – thrives in large, mature aquariums (minimum 600 L \/ 160 gal) with stable parameters\u003cbr data-end=\"1280\" data-start=\"1277\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1298\" data-start=\"1280\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept singly; suitable for community or reef aquariums with robust tankmates\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reeflections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49778577473793,"sku":null,"price":1050.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/2592\/4245\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_4e6fe27e-31b3-4f0f-a89d-5c8f2c87e5bb.jpg?v=1783886805","url":"https:\/\/reeflections.me\/products\/purple-tang-zebrasoma-xanthurum-large","provider":"Reeflections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}