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Powder Blue Tang

Acanthurus leucosternon

Taxonomy

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

About

Acanthurus leucosternon is a marine tropical fish belonging to the family Acanthuridae, or surgeonfishes. Its common names are powder blue tang and powderblue surgeonfish.

Frequently Asked Questions

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