In the yellow tang, both pair and group spawning have been observed. During this process, the fish release eggs and sperm into the open water, where fertilisation takes place.
LC
Red List
Least Concern
Taxonomy
Acanthuridae, genus Zebrasoma (7 species)
Habitat
lagunas and outer reefs rich in coral, at depths of 2 to 50 metres
Behaviour and ecology
individually or in small groups
Diet
thread algae, including algae on the shells of sea turtles
Taxonomy
Acanthuridae, genus Zebrasoma (7 species)
Habitat
lagunas and outer reefs rich in coral, at depths of 2 to 50 metres
Behaviour and ecology
individually or in small groups
Diet
thread algae, including algae on the shells of sea turtles