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Definition of purple tang

purple tang

Plural:purple tangs
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A vividly colored marine reef surgeonfish (Zebrasoma xanthurum) native to the Red Sea, the Persian Gulf, and the Arabian Sea, characterized by its deep blue-purple body and contrasting bright yellow tail.

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"The purple tang is highly prized by saltwater aquarium enthusiasts for its striking coloration and active grazing behavior along live rock."

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purple coneflower
purple glossy snake
purple martin
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Purple tang. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 21, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/purple%20tang
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