Twotone tang
blackish from face to tail (juvenile fish)
| Scientific name | Zebrasoma scopas |
| English name | Twotone tang |
| Japanese name | 胡麻剥 |
| Classification | Actinopterygii |
| Classification details | Perciformes Acanthuridae |
| Full length | ~15cm. |
| Distribution | Pacific coral reefs. |
Characteristics
A fish of the family Scrophulariidae with a triangular body. The face is a light yellowish brown, fading to a darker color towards the tail. Juveniles have vertical stripes. The eyes are black and the mouth is slightly protruding.
Ecology
Inhabits coral reefs and eats algae on the surface of coral and rocks. The swimmers are slow rather than agile.
Habitat
Ishigaki Island
I photographed a juvenile fish foraging near coral while diving. The silhouette was unique and interesting. It was poking coral with its slightly sharp proboscis.
Pictures
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