Yellow Tang

Fun Facts

  • Adult fish can grow to 20 centimeters (7.9 in) in length and 1–2 centimeters (0.39–0.79 in) in thickness.
  • Commonly found in shallow reefs, from 2–46 meters (6.6–150.9 ft) deep, in the Pacific Ocean.
  • Yellow tangs feed on algae and other marine plant material.
  • The yellow tang is typically found by itself or in small groups/schools.