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Purple Tang (Large) (Zebrasoma xanthurum) marine specimen

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Live Acclimated AnimalZebrasoma xanthurum

Purple Tang (Large)

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Quarantined Specimen

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Specimen Size: Large (approx. 5–6 in / 13–15 cm)Geographical Origin: Red SeaQuarantine Status: Certified Completed Protocol

The Purple Tang (Zebrasoma xanthurum) is widely regarded as one of the most magnificent surgeonfish in the marine aquarium hobby. Originating from the pristine reefs of the Red Sea, this specimen exhibits intense royal-blue and violet coloration contrasted with an electric yellow caudal fin. Held under strict prophylactic quarantine protocol at Marine Creatures.

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Inventory Note & Provenance:Availability marker: @. Red Sea wild-caught origin. Size: Large (approx. 5–6 inches). Fully quarantined.

SPECIES COMPATIBILITY & DOSSIER

Reef Compatible

Reef Safe100% Coral Safe

TemperamentSemi-Aggressive (Territorial with other Zebrasoma; requires open swimming lanes and live rock grazing surfaces)

Min Volume380 Litres (100 Gallons)

Diet ProfileHerbivore / Omnivore (Marine nori sheets, spirulina, enriched mysis, and marine pellets)

Temp: 24°C - 26°CSalinity: 1.023 - 1.025 S.G.pH: 8.1 - 8.4

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Ecosystem Compatibility & Essentials

Reef Compatibility

100% Coral Safe

Minimum Tank Volume380 Litres (100 Gallons)

TemperamentSemi-Aggressive (Territorial with other Zebrasoma; requires open swimming lanes and live rock grazing surfaces)

Diet ProfileHerbivore / Omnivore (Marine nori sheets, spirulina, enriched mysis, and marine pellets)

Target Water Parameters

Recommended closed-loop marine reef parameters

Water Temperature24°C - 26°C

Specific Gravity / Salinity1.023 - 1.025 S.G.

pH Alkalinity Buffer8.1 - 8.4

Marine Curators Note:Specimens are fully acclimated and feeding vigorously in captive quarantine prior to dispatch.

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Arjun Nambiar

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📍 Bengaluru, Karnataka

★★★★★

•28 Aug 2026

“Arrived active, vibrant, and eating pellets within 2 hours!”

Ordered to Bengaluru. The oxygenated climate pod was warm and pressurized upon opening. The specimen was completely unstressed and started exploring the rockwork right after drip acclimation. Colors are even more vivid than the catalog photos!

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Priya Mukherjee

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📍 Kolkata, West Bengal

★★★★★

•15 Aug 2026

“Outstanding health and zero signs of quarantine stress”

I have been keeping marine aquariums for 8 years. Marine Creatures has by far the best live arrival standard in India. Drip acclimation instructions were crystal clear, and the customer concierge on WhatsApp kept me updated until delivery.

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Dr. Sameer Joshi

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📍 Pune, Maharashtra

★★★★★

•02 Aug 2026

“Bonded pair settled instantly in my bubble tip anemone”

Flawless condition. No fin damage, clean gills, and very friendly behavior. They paired up with my BTA within 24 hours. Highly recommended for any serious reefer!

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