Regal tang
Paracanthurus hepatus
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
