Regal tang

Paracanthurus hepatus

Regal Tang

Animal facts

Regal tangs can be found near patches of antler coral, Pocillopora eydouxi. If they become alarmed, they take refuge in the coral branches. They became popular when used as the character Dory in the animated film 'Finding Nemo'.

Where they live

Indian and Pacific Oceans

Habitat

Clear coral reefs

What they eat

Algae

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