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Atlantic Blue Tang

Acanthurus coeruleus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Acanthuriformes ›Family: Acanthuridae ›Genus: Acanthurus

About

Acanthurus coeruleus is a surgeonfish found commonly in the Atlantic Ocean. It can grow up to 39 centimetres (15 in) long. Common names include Atlantic blue tang, blue barber, blue doctor, blue doctorfish, blue tang, blue tang surgeonfish, yellow barber, and yellow doctorfish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic Blue Tang?
The scientific name of Atlantic Blue Tang is Acanthurus coeruleus.
What is the conservation status of Atlantic Blue Tang?
The Atlantic Blue Tang has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Atlantic Blue Tang belong to?
Atlantic Blue Tang belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Atlantic Blue Tang belong to?
Atlantic Blue Tang belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Atlantic Blue Tang belong to?
Atlantic Blue Tang belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Atlantic Blue Tang belong to?
Atlantic Blue Tang belongs to the order Acanthuriformes.
What family does Atlantic Blue Tang belong to?
Atlantic Blue Tang belongs to the family Acanthuridae.
What genus does Atlantic Blue Tang belong to?
Atlantic Blue Tang belongs to the genus Acanthurus.