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Brown Tang

Zebrasoma scopas

Taxonomy

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

About

Zebrasoma scopas, the brown tang, twotone tang, scopas tang or brush-tail tang, is a marine reef tang in the fish family Acanthuridae. The brown tang is found throughout Oceania and is a herbivorous fish, feeding predominantly on filamentous algae. It is a highly popular fish in the aquarium trade.

Frequently Asked Questions

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