Purple tang

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:The_Surgeonfish
gptkbp:age reaches maturity at 1-2 years
gptkbp:behavior schooling
can be kept in pairs in large tanks
gptkbp:body_style disc-shaped
gptkbp:breeding_season varies by location
oviparous
spawning in open water
forms pairs during breeding season
gptkbp:color purple
can change color when stressed
can change color based on mood.
bright blue and yellow markings
some individuals may have different shades
gptkbp:color_options color can fade if stressed
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Purple_tang
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:dam saltwater
gptkbp:diet gptkb:product
gptkbp:distribution widespread in the Pacific Ocean
gptkbp:ecological_role popular species
gptkbp:environmental_impact helps control algae growth
gptkbp:family gptkb:Acanthuridae
gptkbp:fins spiny dorsal fin
gptkbp:fishing_regulations overfishing can impact populations
gptkbp:foraging_behavior grazes on algae
gptkbp:fuel_capacity requires hiding spots
minimum 100 gallons
gptkbp:habitat coral reefs
difficult to breed in captivity
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Purple tang
gptkbp:interacts_with generally not aggressive towards divers
gptkbp:length 30 cm
gptkbp:lifespan up to 30 years in captivity
gptkbp:lighting prefers moderate lighting
gptkbp:native_to Indo-Pacific region
gptkbp:predators larger fish
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Zebrasoma_xanthurum
gptkbp:size up to 12 inches
medium-sized fish
gptkbp:social_responsibility susceptible to fin rot
gptkbp:social_structure territorial
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships gptkb:cleaner_shrimp
gptkbp:tank_mates can be aggressive towards similar species
gptkbp:traded_on requires large tank
requires regular water changes
requires a varied diet
best with peaceful species
does not require live plants
gptkbp:water_management ich and other parasites
gptkbp:water_source requires stable water conditions
gptkbp:wildlife coral reef degradation