Sailfin Tang
Zebrasoma Velliferum
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameZebrasoma Velliferum
Other namesPacific Sailfin Tang, Purple Sailfinned Tang, Sailfin Surgeonfish, Sailfinned Tang
SizeUp to 40 cm (15.74 in)
WeightUp to .80 kg (1.76 lb)
FamilySurgeonfish / Acanthuridae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, lagoons & seaward reefs amongst reef edges in the lower surge zones
