Type of tang

Familyman2010 · Jan 24, 2021

What type of tang is this? I was told this was a Tomini tang but from the research images I have found the head is shaped much different. It does have similar colors but difficult to see as he is always on the move and difficult to get a good quality picture.

Zionas · Jan 24, 2021

It’s definitely an Acanthurus, not a Bristletooth. Higher quality images would be helpful.

Familyman2010 · Jan 25, 2021

Zionas said:
It’s definitely an Acanthurus, not a Bristletooth. Higher quality images would be helpful.

Will work on that. Bugger is a shy guy lol

Zionas · Jan 25, 2021

No problem lol. I suspect it’s one of the larger Acanthurus.

UNREEFER · Jan 25, 2021

Agreed its in the Acanthurus genus. Better photos with good lighting will help ID the specific species. A good amount of Acanthurus tangs change color / patterns from juvenile to adult hood. Starting off with bland coloration.