Sailfin tang

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:The_Surgeonfish
gptkbp:average_temperature tropical waters
gptkbp:behavior peaceful
can be shy
gptkbp:body_style laterally compressed
gptkbp:bottle_size needs at least 100 gallons
gptkbp:breeding_season spring to summer
oviparous
spawns in open water
difficult to breed in captivity
gptkbp:challenges can be aggressive towards similar species
gptkbp:color gptkb:Detective
varies by region
blue and yellow
striped
stress response
can change color when stressed
gptkbp:common_name Sailfin surgeonfish
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance important in Hawaiian culture
gptkbp:diet gptkb:product
gptkbp:distribution Hawaii to the Red Sea
gptkbp:ecological_role popular species
gptkbp:family gptkb:Acanthuridae
gptkbp:fins long and pointed
dorsal fin
gptkbp:fishing_regulations overfishing concerns
gptkbp:foraging_behavior multiple times a day
gptkbp:fuel_capacity requires hiding spots
requires rock formations
gptkbp:growth_rate moderate
gptkbp:habitat coral reefs
Indo-Pacific region
rarely breeds in captivity
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Sailfin tang
gptkbp:length 12 inches
gptkbp:lifespan up to 7 years in captivity
gptkbp:lighting requires bright lighting
gptkbp:mimicry can mimic other species
gptkbp:predators larger fish
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Zebrasoma_flavescens
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Zebrasoma_veliferum
gptkbp:size around 6 inches
gptkbp:social_structure schooling fish
gptkbp:sugar_content gptkb:battle
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships gptkb:cleaner_shrimp
gptkbp:tank_mates gptkb:ich_disease
can be kept with other tangs
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
gptkbp:traded_on requires regular maintenance
territorial during breeding
highly sought after
requires large tank
marine algae
requires varied diet
benefits from live plants
generally compatible with reef tanks
gptkbp:water_quality needs high water quality
gptkbp:water_source prefers moderate water flow