{"product_id":"purple-tang","title":"Purple Tang","description":"\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Tang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eZebrasoma xanthurum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Sea and Gulf of Aden\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 25 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall Fish Safe: ✅ Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvert Safe: ✅ Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoral Safe: ✅ Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivore – primarily grazes on algae; accepts nori, pellets, and frozen herbivore blends.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Difficult – requires stable water quality and plenty of swimming space.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive – can be territorial, especially toward other tangs and similar-shaped fish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive-Bred Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e ❌ No\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Purple Tang is one of the most striking surgeonfish available, instantly recognisable by its deep violet body and contrasting yellow tail. Native to the Red Sea, this species thrives in large, mature reef aquariums with plenty of open swimming space and established rockwork for grazing. Like other tangs, it may show aggression toward conspecifics or similar-shaped tangs, so careful tankmate selection is essential. A tight-fitting lid is advised, as they may occasionally jump when startled.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Like It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBold in both colour and personality, the Purple Tang is a true showpiece fish. Not only does it bring vibrant contrast to the reef, but it also serves a practical role by constantly grazing on algae, helping to maintain a balanced ecosystem.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"The Happy Reef","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52478903550288,"sku":"966566S","price":136.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0921\/9552\/0848\/files\/original_e5778c6e-6c6d-4be0-901a-093aaabda4d6.jpg?v=1775825354","url":"https:\/\/www.thehappyreef.com\/products\/purple-tang","provider":"The Happy Reef","version":"1.0","type":"link"}