{"product_id":"yellow-scopas-tang-zebrasoma-scopas","title":"Yellow Scopas Tang - Zebrasoma scopas","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYellow Scopas Tang (Zebrasoma scopas)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yellow Scopas Tang is generally treated in the aquarium trade as a yellow or xanthic colour form of the Scopas Tang, rather than a separate species. While standard Zebrasoma scopas are usually brown to two-tone in appearance, the species is known for colour variation, and rarer bright yellow specimens do occur. In the wild, Zebrasoma scopas is a widespread Indo-Pacific surgeonfish found around lagoon and reef habitats, where it spends much of the day grazing algae. In captivity it is an active, attractive tang that does best in a mature marine aquarium with strong water quality, open swimming room and regular access to algae-based foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYellow Scopas Tang. This name is most commonly used for the yellow colour morph of the Scopas Tang. The standard species is also known as the Scopas Tang, Brown Sailfin Tang or Twotone Tang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZebrasoma scopas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUp to 25 cm in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFound widely across the Indo-Pacific, including reef and lagoon habitats from East Africa to Polynesia, with records around lagoons, coral reefs and outer reef areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature: 23–27°C\u003cbr\u003epH Range: 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003eSalinity: 1.020–1.025 SG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally semi-aggressive. Like many tangs, it is usually manageable with dissimilar fish, but it may become territorial towards other tangs or similarly shaped species, especially where space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrimarily herbivorous \/ algivorous. It should be offered a diet rich in marine algae, nori, spirulina-based foods and other algae-led fare, with occasional meaty foods only as a supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA practical long-term recommendation is at least 475 litres, with larger aquaria strongly preferred for adult fish due to their size and activity level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an active, diurnal grazer that spends much of the day swimming and browsing rock surfaces for algae. It benefits from open swimming space as well as rockwork for grazing and shelter, particularly when newly introduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis species is generally regarded as suitable for reef aquaria and is commonly classed as reef safe, although keeping it well fed is still important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest kept in a well-established marine aquarium with stable water quality, good oxygenation, plenty of algae to graze and enough room to swim properly. As with other surgeonfish, care should be taken during handling because of the sharp caudal spine near the tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntermediate fishkeepers. This fits its average hardiness, algae-based feeding needs and the space required for proper long-term care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRare in the trade. The standard Scopas Tang is widely known in the hobby, but the yellow form is better treated as a less common colour variant rather than routine stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":45956863656109,"sku":"AG-102792","price":235.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":45956863688877,"sku":"AG-102793","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":45956863721645,"sku":"AG-102794","price":275.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/YellowScopas.jpg?v=1777374440","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/yellow-scopas-tang-zebrasoma-scopas","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}