About Convict Tang

Acanthurus triostegus, or Convict Tang, is found in the tropical Indo-Pacific region. Typically, convict tangs are found in tidal pools, while large tangs are found at around 90 meters or 300 feet deep. Most adult convict tangs will gather in large groups to forage for food. It's actually for spawning female and male convict tang fish that gather in groups.

Common Name
Convict Surgeonfish, Convict Surgeon, Fiveband Surgeonfish
Conservation Status
Extinct (EX)
Taxonomy
Scientific name
Acanthurus triostegus
Species
Acanthurus triostegus
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