Vlaming's tang
Naso vlamingii
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Wild Reef
| Diet | Tiny plants and animals |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 2 feet (60 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | Reefs, steep slopes and deep lagoons and drop-offs in the Indian and Central Pacific Oceans |
| Habitat | Vlaming's tangs live in deep lagoon and seaward reefs |
Did you know?
- You may or may not see blue markings on this fish, it has the ability to display or hide them.
- Do you see that bump near the tang’s tail? It conceals a “blade” that cuts as cleanly as a scalpel.